have something sewn up

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Would you please tell me in what situations this phrase uses in the meaning of taking control?

Clive · Accepted Answer

Hi,

have complete control

Clive

USF · Answer

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Mister Micawber · Answer

To me, 'to have something sewn up' (as a job, a project, an opportunity) is to have it assured, guaranteed, or all but accomplished.

USF · Answer

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Clive · Answer

Hi,

s it specifically proper for some situations? Like political.

Yes.
eg He has the election sewn up. He is going to win, and there is nothing his opponents can do to prevent it.

It's informal and idiomatic English.

Clive

USF · Answer

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