Définition et Signification de "[have|hold] (all|) the aces"

What is the origin of the idiom "have the aces" and when to use it?

The phrase likely dates back to the 19th century when gambling was a popular pastime, and people frequently used card-related expressions in everyday language. Over time, the phrase "have the aces" has been adopted in broader contexts to describe any situation where someone holds a position of power or advantage.