be at the helm
be at the helm
To be in charge; to be the leader (of something). The phrase originated as a nautical term, meaning "to steer a ship." Jack is at the helm, so I know they'll get this project done on time! Nancy has been at the helm of our department for so long that I can't imagine what it will be like once she retires!
See also: helm
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- at the helm
- at the helm/tiller
- helm
- take the helm
- batten down the hatches
- batten down the hatches, to
- hatch
- any port in a storm
- port
- steady as she goes