strong hand
Example Sentences
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Perhaps Mamdani believes he has a strong hand to play, some real estate execs say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
The Chinese leader seemed to have a strong hand as he negotiated with the US president too.
From BBC ● May 20, 2026
He is expected to have a strong hand with companies, stockholdings and even senior executives who don’t meet his expectations, the people said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 18, 2026
A strong hand — “mano dura” — is popular, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2025
The train came to a full stop and the doors flew open, but just as Sergio was about to step inside, a strong hand on his shoulder pulled him back.
From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin
