on the strength of
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: because of the influence of (something)
I went and saw the film on the strength of his recommendation.
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez were a solid second (30.4 percent) on the strength of just the run-up to their wedding.
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George Kalogerakis, Air Mail, 12 July 2025
While the all-stars format was a twist on its own, the season itself was largely free from gimmicks, succeeding on the strength of the cast.
—Adam England, People.com, 10 July 2025
Just like a team's performance depends on the strength of its players in different roles, your portfolio relies on variety.
—Amy Wagner, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Ultimately, the success will rely on the strength of the trenches and health — particularly of Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill as well as the offensive line — in order to recapture some of the 2023 magic.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025
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George Kalogerakis, Air Mail, 12 July 2025
While the all-stars format was a twist on its own, the season itself was largely free from gimmicks, succeeding on the strength of the cast.
—Adam England, People.com, 10 July 2025
Just like a team's performance depends on the strength of its players in different roles, your portfolio relies on variety.
—Amy Wagner, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Ultimately, the success will rely on the strength of the trenches and health — particularly of Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill as well as the offensive line — in order to recapture some of the 2023 magic.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025
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“On the strength of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20strength%20of. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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