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

Maher's online clout, combined with an Olympic bronze for the USA women's team at Paris 2024 and the 2025 Rugby World Cup, has turbo-charged the women's game stateside.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 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

“Why can’t you marry me?” she demanded, ready to clout him again if he gave an uncomplimentary reply.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller