at the wheel

1. In command, in control. For example, Ann hated being told what to do; she wanted to be at the wheel by herself. The analogy here is to the steering wheel of an automobile or other vehicle, or the helm of a vessel. For a synonym, see at the helm.

Example Sentences

Strøm was at the wheel, gazing outward.

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Scotland "fell asleep at the wheel" in their dramatic capitulation against Argentina, according to captain Sione Tuipulotu.

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"We fell asleep at the wheel," Tuipulotu said bluntly on TNT Sports.

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Detectives circulated his car number plate and he was spotted at a drive-through KFC and arrested at the wheel of his Tesla, initially on suspicion of kidnap.

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At the wheel of his Subaru Impreza, he was famed for flashy and fearless driving.

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