wrest

Example Sentences

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Any idiot can wrest the controls of a government agency or, barring that, make a little bit of money trying.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

During hearings last month in the court, lawyers for Nexperia accused Wingtech of a "scorched earth" policy in its bid to wrest control of the company.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

After much of the exchanges were dominated by the Eubanks, Benn managed to wrest back attention towards the end of the event.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2025

It appeared to be an opportunity for each contender to stack up wins, build late-season momentum and try to wrest away control of a division race that the Dodgers currently lead by two games.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 30, 2025

“So, sir,” said Master Ellemire, perhaps trying to wrest authority from Thyon.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor