reins

Example Sentences

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“Come on,” Grandpa said, offering me the reins.

From Literature

Favreau, who joined the BBL at the age of 17, danced his last Bolero in June 2024 in Tokyo, just before taking over the reins of the company, aged 47.

From Barron's

United have been transformed since former midfielder Carrick took the reins, but lacked rhythm as both sides played for the first time in 13 days.

From Barron's

When Sussan Ley made history as the first woman to take the reins of Australia's Liberal Party, she insisted this was a pivotal moment for the party – or what was left of it anyway.

From BBC

There’s some reprieve and relief in letting go, allowing someone else to take the reins.

From Salon