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
But Scoop is intended as a celebration of holding power to account.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2024
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 holding power of its numerous suckers is enormous.
From Sea Monsters Unmasked and Sea Fables Explained by Lee, H. W. (Henry William)