on the strength of

idiom

: because of the influence of (something)
I went and saw the film on the strength of his recommendation.

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The company cut off business ties from Chinese firms in November 2023, effectively betting on the strength of the UAE’s alliance with the US and its technology. Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 10 Oct. 2025 That’s on the strength of a strong camp and exhibition season, one that’s won over a big chunk of the fan base. Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025 As good as DiCaprio is, though, Revolutionary Road really belongs to Michael Shannon, who launched his film career on the strength of a scene-stealing turn as a troubled local man. Tim Grierson, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025 The resulting interaction unfolds differently depending on the strength of both storms. Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for on the strength of

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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 21 Oct. 2025.

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