take (something) into (one's) own hands
take (something) into (one's) own hands
To deal with, manage, or do something oneself, especially after having relied on others to do it (and perhaps deeming that they did not do it properly or sufficiently). Often used with "matters." This project isn't being managed properly, so I'm just going to have to take matters into my own hands and start supervising the work directly. It's time to take your schoolwork into your own hands—you can't rely on your friends to help you with every class.
See also: hand, own, take
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- kick (oneself) for (doing something)
- wash (one's) hands of (someone or something)
- wash hands of
- wash one's hands of
- wash your hands of
- wash your hands of somebody/something
- wash your hands of something/someone
- keep in sight
- keep sight of (someone or something)
- keep sight of somebody/something