avoir les cartes en main

avoir les cartes en main
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
verb phrase
1.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to have control of the situation)
a. to hold the cards
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Grâce à ces preuves écrites, l'avocate a les cartes en main pour bien défendre son client.Thanks to this written evidence, the lawyer is holding the cards to properly defend her client.
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