holding power

Example Sentences

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“It’s on the leaders. It’s on us to ensure that we are really holding power accountable.”

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Being a child or caretaker, or holding power of attorney, does not make it ethical or lawful to transfer property into one’s own name.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The debate, called by the Liberal Democrats to demand the release of documents relating to Andrew's 2001 appointment as UK trade envoy, took in privilege, deference, and holding power to account.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Despite holding power in Kinshasa for the past four years, Mr. Tshisekedi said many of Congo’s deep-seated difficulties have yet to be resolved.

From Washington Times • Dec. 18, 2023

The powder should be so much too slow as to require for its full development the holding power of a band which is just strong enough to give rotation to the shot.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 324, March 18, 1882 by Various