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Tomar las riendas

To take the reins / To take control

Word Combinations
Notes & Usage:

Literally 'to take the reins'. Describes taking charge of a situation, organisation, or project.

See It in Context

Cuando el director se fue, ella tomó las riendas del equipo.

When the director left, she took the reins of the team.

Es hora de tomar las riendas de tu vida.

It's time to take control of your life.

—¿Quién dirige? —Él tomó las riendas del proyecto.

—Who's in charge? —He took the reins of the project.

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