Have something in your pocket
phrase
To possess or control something.
I always have a tissue in my pocket just in case I need it.
Often appears as...
- have a phone in your pocket
- have money in your pocket
phrase
To have a secret plan or solution.
He seemed calm before the meeting. Clearly, he had something in his pocket.
Often appears as...
- have an idea in your pocket
- have a strategy in your pocket
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have an advantage or leverage over others.
Knowing the boss personally, Mark had something in his pocket.
Often appears as...
- have an advantage in your pocket
- have leverage in your pocket
Usage tips
Approving
Idiomatic
phrase
To possess or control something.
I always have a tissue in my pocket just in case I need it.
Often appears as...
- have a phone in your pocket
- have money in your pocket
phrase
To have a secret plan or solution.
He seemed calm before the meeting. Clearly, he had something in his pocket.
Often appears as...
- have an idea in your pocket
- have a strategy in your pocket
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have an advantage or leverage over others.
Knowing the boss personally, Mark had something in his pocket.
Often appears as...
- have an advantage in your pocket
- have leverage in your pocket
Usage tips
Approving
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Literal Meaning
Used when you literally have something physically in your clothing pocket.
During the hike, I had a compass in my pocket for navigation.
Pro Tip 2/2Preparation Nuance
Suggests being prepared or having foresight.
Before leaving home, I made sure I had my keys in my pocket.
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