Behave/act as if you own the place

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To act very confidently and comfortably, as if you are in charge in a situation or place.

He just walked into the office and took over the meeting, behaving as if he owned the place.
Visual representation of "behave/act as if you own the place" - To act very confidently and comfortably, as if you are in charge in a situation or place

Often appears as...

  • walk in like you own the place
  • struts around like they own the place

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "behave/act as if you own the place"
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Cultural Perception

Using this phrase can suggest arrogance, inappropriate in formal or unfamiliar settings.

Illustration for Cultural Perception
His first day at work, and he's already acting as if he owns the place.
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Assertive Tone

It can express admiration for someone's confidence when used positively.

Illustration for Assertive Tone
She walked in and acted as if she owned the place, impressing the judges.
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Metaphorical Use

Not literal ownership but a metaphor for displaying dominant behavior.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
He's not the boss, but he behaves as if he owns the place.
Visual representation of the word "Behave/act as if you own the place"

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