Holding the reins Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Holding the reins . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is INCHARGE.

Crossword Answer For Holding the reins:

3 Potential Answers:

Answer	Length	Source	Date
INCHARGE Holding the reins	(8)
INPOWER Holding the reins	(7)
INCONTROL Holding the reins.	(9)

37 Similar Clues:

Rank	Answer	Length	Source	Date
39%	STEER Hold the reins	(5)
39%	DRIVE Hold the reins	(5)
30%	POSITIONFORJOCKEYS Leaning forward and holding the reins?	(18)	New York Times	Dec 8, 2024
30%	STEERER One who holds the reins	(7)
25%	BRIDLETHREATS *Warning words from one holding the reins?	(13)	LA Times Daily	Jul 28, 2022
23%	UNPANEL Stop from holding the reins one in French compartment	(7)
19%	PUBLICSECTOR Well-known escort discovered working for those holding the reins of power	(12)
4%	CURBS Reins in	(5)	Premier Sunday	Sep 7, 2025
4%	LED Had the reins	(3)	New York Times	Sep 4, 2025
4%	CURB Rein in	(4)	Newsday	Aug 22, 2025

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What is the answer of Holding the reins Crossword Clue?

The clue "Holding the reins" is a clever way of hinting at someone who is in control or responsible for a situation. "In charge" means being the person with authority or leadership. So, the answer to this clue is "INCHARGE." It's a play on words that captures the essence of being the one in command.