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UK//ˈhəʊldɪŋ ɔːl ðə kiːz//US//ˈhoʊldɪŋ ɔl ðə kiz//

Meaning of Holding all the keys

Having power or control over important aspects of a situation.

In simple words: Having control or access to everything important.

Holding all the keys in a sentence

  • After the meeting, she felt that she was holding all the keys to the project’s success.
  • His experience in the field meant he was holding all the keys during negotiations.
  • With his connections, he was truly holding all the keys to advancement in the company.
  • When it came to the final decision, the team realized she was holding all the keys.
  • In this debate, the expert was holding all the keys and guided the discussion effectively.

How to use Holding all the keys

Used in contexts where someone has the power or means to influence a situation. Less appropriate in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

holding + all the keys

Memory hint

Imagine holding a giant keyring with all the important keys like a master of secrets.

Related words

Collocations with Holding all the keys

  • holding all the keys to success
  • holding all the keys to management
  • holding all the keys in negotiations

Synonyms for Holding all the keys

Common mistakes with Holding all the keys

  • Using it in a literal sense instead of metaphorical.
  • Confusing it with just having one key.
  • Using it with negative connotations when it is often neutral.

Compare Holding all the keys with Master, Decisive

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Frequently asked questions about Holding all the keys

What does Holding all the keys mean?

Having control or access to everything important.

What is the definition of Holding all the keys?

Having power or control over important aspects of a situation.

How do you use Holding all the keys in a sentence?

After the meeting, she felt that she was holding all the keys to the project’s success.

Can you give another example of Holding all the keys?

His experience in the field meant he was holding all the keys during negotiations.

What are synonyms for Holding all the keys?

Common alternatives include in control, master, decisive.

What words go with Holding all the keys?

It commonly pairs with holding all the keys to success, holding all the keys to management, holding all the keys in negotiations.

What are common mistakes when using Holding all the keys?

Using it in a literal sense instead of metaphorical. Confusing it with just having one key. Using it with negative connotations when it is often neutral.

How do you pronounce Holding all the keys?

US: //ˈhoʊldɪŋ ɔl ðə kiz//, UK: //ˈhəʊldɪŋ ɔːl ðə kiːz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Holding all the keys?

Used in contexts where someone has the power or means to influence a situation. Less appropriate in formal writing.