| 词组 | have on a short leash |
| 释义 | Idiom have on a short leashhave/keep (someone) on a short/tight leash to have a lot of control over someone's behaviour and allow them very little freedom to do what they want.He doesn't go out with the lads so much these days. Michelle keeps him on a tight leash. have (one) on a short leashTo maintain strict or tight control over one; to not allow one very much independence or autonomy. Poor George seems like doesn't get out too much these days. I think his husband has him on a short leash. The boss has had her assistant on a short leash ever since she hired her. |
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