Phrase guide
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Under one's control or influence.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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In a state of great anxiety.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
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History
Imagery of a puppeteer manipulating a marionette by its strings. Compare pull the strings.
