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lord it over

idiom

To behave as if one is in control of; to make a display of having an advantage over or superiority to.


Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    lord of gingerbread

    One who is showy but lacking substance or real authority.

  2. 02

    lord of the flies

    a ruler over a worthless kingdom; leader of a meaningless microcosm.

  3. 03

    Lord willing and the creek don't rise

    Barring unforeseen circumstances.

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