leash

Example Sentences

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“I’m pulling his leash and screaming and trying to do everything you’re told to do.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Bethel found able allies in Will Jacks, who bagged three wickets, while fellow tweakers Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson chipped in with one apiece to keep the hosts on a tight leash.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

And he keeps a tight leash on a group of contestants who operate at various degrees of charming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 16, 2025

It’s a leash — and everyone holding it just realized they’re on the wrong end.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025

While Dozer and Duke bickered, Big Tony reached in and clipped a leash to Duke’s collar.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein