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With Xabi Alonso taking the reins in July as their new manager, Rooney believes Chelsea will become a major force.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Colbert took the reins of Letterman’s comedy tradition once he received the green light from CBS to reclaim the aspects of his Comedy Central self.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Kyle Diamantas will take the reins of the FDA in an acting capacity, Politico reported External link.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Turner himself put on a uniform and temporarily became the manager during the 1977 season—until the league put a stop to it, citing rules against an owner taking the reins on the field.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Rasseem held the other camel by its reins and shouted it for it to calm down.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri