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strong hand

NOUN

heavy hand

Synonyms

WEAK

big stick firm hand iron boot iron hand tight rein tight ship

NOUN

iron hand

Synonyms

WEAK

big stick control firm hand grip heavy hand high hand iron boot iron fist iron rule jackboot mailed fist tight grasp tight hand tight rein tight ship

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The Chinese leader seemed to have a strong hand as he negotiated with the US president too.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

He is expected to have a strong hand with companies, stockholdings and even senior executives who don’t meet his expectations, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

“I do think he has a strong hand — and he’s played it.”

From Salon • Aug. 28, 2024

Shafik is still trying to show a strong hand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2024

Her strong hand gripped Lina’s shoulder for a moment.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau

strong hand

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