he holds the cards
The phrase "he holds the cards" typically means that someone has control or power over a situation. It implies that the person has the ability to make decisions or influence the outcome favorably in their favor. It also suggests that they have the upper hand or advantage in a particular situation, similar to a person who holds all the playing cards in a card game.
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