holding power

Example Sentences

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Just as with holding power of attorney, it’s not for the faint of heart.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 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

He resented the thought of holding power as his wife's lieutenant, and he saw that he had only to refuse that post in order to make himself a necessity as king.

From William the Third by Traill, H. D. (Henry Duff)