clout
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But the shift underscores a dramatic loss of clout by Comcast and other traditional media enterprises.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026
Mitra used Welltower’s clout to secure exclusive partnerships with some of the industry’s strongest operators while giving them better data, technology and incentives to improve performance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
He believes the Sentencing Bill will give businesses more clout to act.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026
Its Starlink business, which is a big driver of revenue, has extended internet connectivity globally and helped to extend Musk’s geopolitical clout while also helping make him the world’s richest man.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
“Even his clout isn’t that great. The Government’s been trying to force everyone, even the Barons, to become vegetarians.”
From "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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