| hold purse strings(verb, expression, idiom, direct) |
| hold sway over(verb, expression, idiom, phrasal verb) |
| hold the reins(verb, expression, idiom, direct) |
| lead(verb, direct, rule, manage) |
| manage(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| manipulate(verb, rule, lead, manage) |
| overlook(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| oversee(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| pilot(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| predominate(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| quarterback(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| regiment(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| regulate(verb, rule, lead, manage) |
| reign over(verb, expression, phrasal verb, direct) |
| rule(verb, direct, lead, manage) |
| run the show(verb, expression, idiom, direct) |
| run things(verb, expression, direct, rule) |
| steer(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| subject(verb, direct, rule, lead) |
| subjugate(verb, direct, rule, lead) |