The phrase 'to have a finger in the pie' means to be involved in something, often in a way that is disapproved of. It implies meddling in others' affairs.
La frase 'to have a finger in the pie' significa estar involucrado en algo, a menudo de una manera que se desaprueba. Implica una interferencia en los asuntos de otros.
| Idiom | to have a finger in the pie |
|---|---|
| Definition | to be involved in something |
| Examples | - I'm not surprised he's got his finger in the pie. He can't leave anything alone. - Can you keep it a secret please. I don't want her putting her finger in the pie. - Every arm of government seems to have had a finger in the pie. - I like to know what's going on around me and I prefer to have a finger in the pie. |
| Note | People who use this expression are usually showing disapproval. Would you like someone else's finger in your pie? |
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