force to be reckoned with

noun phrase

: a person who has power and influence

He has become a force to be reckoned with in politics.

Examples of force to be reckoned with in a Sentence

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This tiny country is a mighty force to be reckoned with in terms of food and wine. — Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025

As the largest hornet in the world, the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) is a true force to be reckoned with. — New Atlas, 5 Dec. 2025

After putting up 11 points in Week 1, Heritage showcased its still an offensive force to be reckoned with. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025

The fire sign is a direct, bold, fiery, passionate force to be reckoned with, which is ideal for anyone who dreams of an adventurous, perhaps even globetrotting affair. — Maressa Brown, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026