B2 — Upper Intermediate💼 Work & Money
Avere il coltello dalla parte del manico
To hold all the cards / to have the upper hand
Literal Translation
"To hold the knife by the handle"
What it means
To be in a position of advantage or power in a negotiation
Example in context
"Sono loro il cliente principale — hanno il coltello dalla parte del manico."
"They are the main client — they hold all the cards."
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