have a hold upon
Example Sentences
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"Rather out of a desire to have a hold upon the Duke," replied Wilton.
From The King's Highway by James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford)
It is true that I have a hold upon him; but then I am completely at his mercy.
From File No. 113 by Gaboriau, Émile
They seemed to have a hold upon one and were as irresistible as those vague longings that come with the awakening of spring.
From When Dreams Come True by Berger, William Merritt
Of course I would not buy the watch outright, because as long as it is not paid for I have a hold upon Marchetto.
From Paul Patoff by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)
You undoubtedly have a hold upon him, Miss Amedroz, and I think that it is a great misfortune.
From The Belton Estate by Trollope, Anthony
