strong hand
Example Sentences
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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 document isn’t gospel, but it does guide funding with a very strong hand.
From Salon • Mar. 29, 2024
His strong hand ended the furious civil wars and brought about the Pax Augusta, which lasted for nearly half a century.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
