firm hand

Example Sentences

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"We need someone who will take a firm hand," Ruz added.

From Barron's • Nov. 12, 2025

Under her firm hand, my classmates and I marched through our ABCs in unison, voicing each letter like an orchestra tuning for a show.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025

"But the problem is when it becomes harmful and dangerous to society you've crossed a line, so it needs regulating and it needs a firm hand."

From BBC • Sep. 21, 2023

At a free Sodo vaccine clinic for Seattle Public Schools families last week, part-time pediatrician Dr. Melanie Ito’s bright energy and firm hand kept the stream of kids and teens moving smoothly.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2023

Return with the dear eyes dulled, the firm hand still, the magnificent voice silent, the Leader cold?

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison