on the strength of

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Definition of on the strength of

: because of the influence of (something)

I went and saw the film on the strength of his recommendation.

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strength play

: the quality or state of being strong : capacity for exertion or endurance
: power to resist force : solidity, toughness
: power of resisting attack : impregnability

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