short leash

To keep control over somebodys activities.

Edward always has to gext his girlfriend where he's going. She's keeping him on a short leash.

by entwinedways February 13, 2020

keep on a short leash

to keep someone under close control.

They better keep that bastard on a short leash from now on. (example of keep on a short leash)

by The Return of Light Joker January 25, 2011