like someone owns the place

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like someone owns the place (not comparable)

  1. (idiomatic, derogatory) In a self-important and domineering manner; self-importantly, arrogantly.
    Look at you walking in like you own the place!
    • 2012, David Walliams [pseudonym; David Edward Williams], Ratburger, London: HarperCollins Children’s Books, →ISBN:
      “We both live on the same estate. You know I don’t have any cash.” Tina scoffed.
      “I bet you get pocket money. Always walking around like you own the place. Girls – grab her.” Like clockwork, the bullies circled our little heroine.