reins

Example Sentences

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Dad seemed to be on the board still, clinging to the reins.

From Literature

The decision marks the latest effort by de Meo, who took the reins as CEO in September, to turn around the company after several quarters of disappointing sales for its flagship brand Gucci.

From The Wall Street Journal

I shielded my eyes against the sun as I greeted Mr. Wong, perched on the wagon seat, reins in hand.

From Literature

“I feel like I’m trying to hold the reins on something I can’t really control.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Not only has Gyllenhaal taken the reins from cinema’s patriarchal collective, but she’s implemented a distinctly feminine gaze, as complex and fascinating as the social implications tucked away between the lines of Shelley’s original text.

From Salon