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reins

[reynz] / reɪnz /
NOUN
driver's seat
Synonyms
WEAK
command control head helm saddle seat of authority throne wheel
NOUN
helm
Synonyms
STRONG
command control controls leadership rudder tiller
WEAK
driver's seat steering wheel

Example Sentences

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

From BBC • Apr. 7, 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

Walsh is expected to take over the reins at IndiGo on August 3, days after his mandate at the head of the International Air Transport Association ends on July 31.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Prime Video’s take on “Tomb Raider” will see Emmy-winning “Fleabag” creator-star Phoebe Waller-Bridge take the reins as its creator, writer, executive producer and co-showrunner.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Razi flicked the reins again and the ox hobbled forward, reluctant to move after its break.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook