holding power
Example Sentences
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If a lawyer adds himself to a bank account while holding power of attorney, that could create a serious conflict of interest.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026
The debate, called by the Liberal Democrats to demand the release of documents relating to Andrew's 2001 appointment as UK trade envoy, took in privilege, deference, and holding power to account.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026
There is no lasting virtue or good to come from holding power over the suffering of others.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2024
Despite holding power in Kinshasa for the past four years, Mr. Tshisekedi said many of Congo’s deep-seated difficulties have yet to be resolved.
From Washington Times • Dec. 18, 2023
The sticky mud was like glue in its holding power and the ship had buried her prow deep into it.
From Under the Ocean to the South Pole Or, the Strange Cruise of the Submarine Wonder by Rockwood, Roy
