reins
Example Sentences
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Thriller author Lucy Foley was given the reins to the character, after promising to not make her young or give her a boyfriend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Mervyn has now largely handed the reins of the farm over to one of his two sons, offering assistance when required.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
After 30 years on TV, Judge Judy is retiring and handing over the reins to her son, Judge Adam Levy, whose solo show ‘Adam’s Law’ premieres this month.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
If the relationship is worth saving, I’d maybe take the financial reins.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 11, 2026
Buttons was on the side, with Stacy holding his reins, of course.
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
