have the world at (one's) feet

have the world at (one's) feet

To be successful in a particular area. Betsy is such a talented singer that I'm sure she'll have the world at her feet one day and be courted by record execs.

See also: feet, have, world

have something at your feet

have something in your power or command.

See also: feet, have, something

have the ˌworld at your ˈfeet

have many advantages, and so have many opportunities to choose from; be very successful and admired: When you’re young you’ve got the world at your feet. ♢ She’s got money; she’s well-educated; the world is at her feet.

See also: feet, have, world