Synonyms for Held purse strings:
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v.
• control
- administer
, - administrate
, - advise
, - be in saddle
, - boss
, - bully
, - call
, - call the signals
, - command
, - conduct
, - deal with
, - direct
, - discipline
, - dominate
, - domineer
, - govern
, - guide
, - handle
, - head
, - head up
, - hold purse strings
, - hold sway over
, - hold the reins
, - instruct
, - lead
, - manage
, - manipulate
, - overlook
, - oversee
, - pilot
, - predominate
, - push buttons
, - quarterback
, - regiment
, - regulate
, - reign over
, - rule
, - run
, - run the show
, - run things
, - steer
, - subject
, - subjugate
, - superintend
, - supervise
.
What are the hypernyms for Held purse strings?
A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
What are the opposite words for held purse strings?
The phrase "held purse strings" refers to someone who has control over the finances. An antonym for this phrase would be "financial independence", meaning that an individual is not reliant on another to manage their finances. Another antonym could be "shared responsibility", suggesting that multiple parties have equal control over finances. "Liberated finances" could also be an antonym, indicating that there are no restrictions or limitations on spending. Finally, "open access" could be another antonym, highlighting that financial resources are accessible to all involved parties. Overall, these antonyms represent a divergence from the idea of a single individual having complete control over finances.
What are the antonyms for Held purse strings?
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v.
• control
- abandon
, - chance
, - comply
, - consent
, - follow
, - forsake
, - give up
, - jump in
, - let go
, - misguide
, - mislead
, - mismanage
, - neglect
, - obey
, - relinquish
, - renounce
, - resign
, - risk
, - rush
, - serve
, - submit
, - surrender
, - yield
.
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