running the show
- in chargeHaving authority over
- calling the shotsBeing the one deciding
- bossWorkplace superior
- captainOne who commands
- leaderOne who guides others
ringmaster · conductor · mastermind · orchestrating · commanding · directing · helm · reins · control · authority · top dog · head honcho · big cheese · pulling strings · puppeteer · managing · overseeing · steering
control and authority
running the showtaking orders
Acting on commands
at someone's beck and call · toeing the line · dancing to someone's tune