leverage
Example Sentences
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Brock said he would use some of the money to bankroll another attempt at running for state office, hoping to leverage political power “against corruption and fraud.”
From Slate • May 28, 2026
Adding to the complexity, the fund reports leverage — borrowing against its assets — of 13%, which can boost returns if things go well but has the reverse effect if things go badly.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
For small businesses caught in the middle, deeper dependence on Amazon’s logistics means rising fees, with no leverage to push back.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Beijing’s ability to leverage its rare-earth-magnet dominance in trade negotiations was the latest wake-up call, as those inputs are used in everything from weapons systems to electric-vehicle motors.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
“Oh no, you don’t,” the nagual said, using my elbows as leverage to lift me from the ground.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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