run the show
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He also questioned the newly hired executive producer, Nick Bilton, and his ability to run the show, citing his lack of TV news experience.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
One way to maintain its hold on a glorious past is for the musicians to run the show.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2025
"So this is the worry, you need the correct creative people to run the show."
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2025
Crusaders point guards Dash Lamebull-Ingram and Alex Elston run the show.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 18, 2023
In Africa, Gene had felt that C. J. was trying to run the show, and it irritated Gene to no end.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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