have (someone) twisted around (one's) (little) finger

have (someone) twisted around (one's) (little) finger

To have complete control, dominance, or mastery over somebody; to be able to make someone do whatever one wishes. The spoiled little brat has his parents completely twisted around his little finger. Everyone accused her of getting the promotion by having the boss twisted around her finger. Ms. Smith gave Ben extra credit again? Wow, he really has her twisted around his little finger, huh?

See also: around, finger, have, twist

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