control

• Get Out of Hand

  To become uncontrolled, unmanageable, or chaotic.

• Over a barrel

  To be in a helpless or vulnerable position, especially one where someone else has complete control over you.

• Under the thumb

  To be completely controlled or dominated by another person.

• Lead by the nose

  To completely control or manipulate someone, making them do exactly what you want without resistance.

• Tighten the screws

  To apply greater pressure, control, or discipline on someone or something in order to achieve a desired outcome or compel compliance.

• Clay in someone's hands

  To be easily influenced, manipulated, or controlled by another person.

• Lead someone by the nose

  To exert complete control over someone, making them do exactly what you want.

• Tie someone's hands

  To prevent someone from acting freely or effectively, often by imposing restrictions or rules.

• In the palm of your hand

  To have complete control, influence, or power over a person or situation.

• Keep a lid on something

  To maintain secrecy or control over information, preventing it from becoming public or a situation from escalating.