reins

Example Sentences

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However, a lack of head coach opportunities in England has led him back to Italy - where he played towards the end of his career with Roma - to take the reins at Cesena.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

LeBron James is taking back the reins as the Lakers’ No. 1 playmaker and steering the team into the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

That makes intuitive sense, given that investors may be sad to see a successful CEO hand over the reins, and are more than happy to see a dud sent packing.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

“The time is right for me to hand over the reins for the next phase of Air India’s rise,” Wilson said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Her chin was set, and she gripped the reins herself, so she hadn’t brought me along to drive.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck