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Phrase(s): take a firm grip on someone or something
1. Lit. to grasp someone or something tightly. • The police officer took a firm grip on Fred and led him to the squad car. • Mary took a firm grip on the handle and pulled hard. 2. Fig. to gain control of someone or something. • You will have to take a firm grip on Andrew. He has a mind of his own. • Someone needs to take a firm grip on this department and get it organized.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs