clout

Example Sentences

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It’s not at all clear Newsom would have much clout.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Under Xi, China has become a global economic force, which has also boosted its geopolitical clout.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

While Khamenei expanded Iran’s clout, economically he fared worse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

We’ll see if Netflix clout is mobilized to stir up trouble and sink Paramount’s deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

He suggested that the combined resources of the attendees, using their clout to access research, publicity, and people with money, could be marshaled to defeat the worldwide menace of TB, one project at a time.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French