be in the power of
Example Sentences
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Believe me, Olivia, I am most anxious to secure your happiness: allow me to believe that this will be in the power of Yours sincerely, F. L——.
From Leonora by Edgeworth, Maria
Each new time that we come in contact with the Word, it must be in the power of the Spirit for that specific occasion.
From The Person and Work of The Holy Spirit by Torrey, R. A. (Reuben Archer)
Without it he would be in the power of any spindling gambler who faced a dishonest ace.
From Mountain Blood A Novel by Hergesheimer, Joseph
It was evident that Onthank must do something speedily, or he would be in the power of the bear.
From The Young Miner or Tom Nelson in California by Alger, Horatio
Bloody Jim little thought when he made his boast that he would be in the power of the constable before night, but so it was.
From Little Wolf A Tale of the Western Frontier by Cornelius, M. A.
