be at the helm

To be in charge; to be the leader (of something). The phrase originated as a nautical term, meaning "to steer a ship." Jack is at the helm, so I know they'll get this project done on time! Nancy has been at the helm of our department for so long that I can't imagine what it will be like once she retires!

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
FÚLvio	-	Portuguese (Brazilian)
Brandr	-	Ancient Scandinavian
Jeroen	yə-ROON	Dutch
Atif	-	Arabic
Rida	-	Arabic
Damion	DAY-mee-ən	English