hold power
Example Sentences
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The question is whether their actions are creating the practical conditions under which reporters can hold power to account.
From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2026
The city’s leader controls four votes on the Metro board, which means that those who hold power to implement plans could look different in 2028.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
"They already hold power, and they have the weapons and the military. I don't know what they are still so afraid of," the 34-year-old said, speaking anonymously due to security concerns.
From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026
Iranian intelligence has drawn up plans for a military commander to hold power, said Iranian officials and other regime loyalists.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 1, 2026
During those six months, a loyajirga would be held, a grand council of leaders and elders, who would form an interim government to hold power for two years, leading up to democratic elections.
From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini
