wielding

[weel-ding] / ˈwil dɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

operating

Synonyms

STRONGEST

performing running

STRONG

accomplishing administering conducting contriving determining directing driving executing finishing fulfilling guiding maintaining managing manipulating moving ordering practicing regulating revolving serving spinning supervising sustaining transacting turning using

WEAK

at work

NOUN

conduct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

charge handling management manipulation oversight plan policy strategy transaction treatment

STRONG

care channels control direction execution guidance leadership organization posture regimen regulation rule running superintendence supervision tactics

WEAK

carrying-on intendance red tape

Antonyms

STRONGEST

mismanagement

STRONG

disorganization disregard ignorance neglect

Example Sentences

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For years, the U.S. was the only real player in this strategic game, wielding the U.S. dollar and the control the currency gave it over the global financial system to pressure rivals and sanction enemies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

A response was sorely needed and the Newcastle head coach attempted to jolt his side by wielding the axe.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

It was always the hand of the legionary soldier, wielding the sword.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Activism isn’t just about wielding guns and throwing rocks but organizing online, in the classrooms and among households.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Roger advanced upon them as one wielding a nameless authority.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

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