Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
be-in-the-chair-take-the-chair
idiomatic expression
/bi ɪn ðə tʃɛr teɪk ðə tʃɛr/
Definition
To assume control or take a leadership position in a meeting, group, or organization.
Examples
- During the annual meeting, Jennifer decided to be-in-the-chair-take-the-chair, guiding the agenda and facilitating discussions.
- After weeks of preparation, it was finally Thomas’s turn to take the chair and lead the project presentation.
Meaning
This phrase is often used in contexts where someone takes charge of a discussion or makes critical decisions.
Synonyms
- lead
- chair
- preside
