take the reins

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Definition of take the reins

: to take control The President-elect will officially take the reins in January.

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take the pressure off

take the reins

take the rough with the smooth

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“Take the reins.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20the%20reins. Accessed 26 Sep. 2021.

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