in one's power
Example Sentences
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And, as they said, many other things may be classed as good if it is in one's power to use them either well or ill.
From De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 by Agricola, Georgius
In the unfortunate circumstances in which you are placed," he explained, "it seems to me that the least one can do is to offer every assistance in one's power.
From With Edged Tools by Merriman, Henry Seton
It were a pity not to give a human document of this kind all the honour in one's power.
From The House with the Green Shutters by Brown, George Douglas
To agree to pray is a hearty promise also to do all in one's power to work with the Lord.
From Health, Healing, and Faith by Conwell, Russell H.
One may follow it by every means in one's power.
From The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 Books 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 by Ganguli, Kisari Mohan
