Example Sentences

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Eventually, Dokoupil hastily caught up with the teleprompter midsentence, rattling off the many vindictive debasements that Pete Hegseth is wielding against Kelly.

From Slate • Jan. 6, 2026

It said China is wielding its economic leverage—through ports, logistics hubs and surveillance outposts—for greater military access and security influence.

From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025

After only a year in the Senate, Brit is wielding her influence — and her blend of experience as a former congressional staffer and mother — to carve out a unique role in the party.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 6, 2024

"Disney's marketing talks a good game about how Jane is wielding the God of Thunder's hammer, Mjölnir, and has become a superhero called Mighty Thor," wrote Caryn James.

From BBC • Jul. 6, 2022

“He is wielding his power,” says Captain Smith.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone