Definition
To be in a position of complete advantage and control in a competitive situation.
在竞争中处于优势地位，掌握所有优势。
In this negotiation, they hold all the cards because they have access to all the crucial information.
在这次谈判中，他们掌握了所有的牌，因为他们能够接触到所有关键信息。
The boss held all the cards in the office politics, knowing all of the employees' secrets.
老板在办公室政治中掌握了所有的牌，知道所有员工的秘密。
They hold all the cards in the price negotiation due to their unique position in the market.
由于他们在市场上的独特地位，他们在价格谈判中掌握了所有的牌。