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
In a democracy, the news media in its role as the Fourth Estate has the responsibility of sounding the alarm, telling the truth and holding power to account.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2025
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
When this happens, they lose a significant amount of holding power.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 11, 2023
The latter carries on its rim blocks which cut into the soil as the wheel turns, and thus give greater holding power.
From A History of the Growth of the Steam-Engine by Thurston, Robert H.
