cudgel

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, Trump is using his mounting legal challenges as a cudgel to force Republican rivals to line up the GOP behind him.

From Seattle Times

Literally, in Amleth’s case, as he hacks, stabs and cudgels his way over ramparts and through muddy dooryards and alleyways.

From New York Times

Extremists, he said, are using Russia’s war in Ukraine as a cudgel against their own government.

From Washington Post

López Obrador could also use the results of the vote as a cudgel to prod lawmakers to approve some of the most sweeping legislation of his presidency.

From Washington Post

Immigration and public security remain in the top five of voter concerns, however, and continue to be powerful cudgels for politicians on the right.

From Los Angeles Times