position of strength

noun phrase

: a position that gives an advantage
negotiating from a position of strength

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In thinking that echoes the creation of the Emirates, Arsenal are analysing their capacity from a position of strength. Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025 The opportunity to declare an end to the war from a position of strength, to return all hostages in an agreement, and to implement a plan similar to the current one, has been on the table for many long months—some argue even a year or more. Ehud Barak, Time, 10 Oct. 2025 These trends allow buyers to approach negotiations from a position of strength. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025 The Republican president insisted that his tough talk didn't contradict his fixation on being recognized for diplomatic efforts, saying peace must be made from a position of strength. Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for position of strength

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“Position of strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/position%20of%20strength. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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