lead somebody by the nose

lead (one) (around) by the nose

To exert a high degree of control over someone else. I can't stand the way your mother leads you around by the nose like that and tells you what to do!
See also: by, lead, nose
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

lead somebody by the ˈnose

make somebody do everything you want; control somebody completely: Unfortunately, she’s allowed herself to be led by the nose for years, so it doesn’t surprise me that she isn’t happy.
See also: by, lead, nose, somebody
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See also:
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  • lead by the nose
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  • muscle in on (someone or something)
  • rub (up) against (someone or something)
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  • hold sway
  • hold sway (over someone)
  • hold sway over
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