reins

Example Sentences

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Colbert took the reins of Letterman’s comedy tradition once he received the green light from CBS to reclaim the aspects of his Comedy Central self.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

As he takes the reins, economic conditions will make it tough for him to achieve either of those goals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

They wanted him at City and both of them understood the identity and direction he would want the club to take when he eventually took the reins.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The Fed’s assets more than doubled External link from when Powell took the reins to their peak in March 2022; they are 50% bigger as he steps down.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

"No harm in giving it a little test drive," I said, holding the reins loosely and giving them a light flick.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda