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The recent comeback rally has investors increasingly confident stocks have turned a corner on tariffs, especially after a series of reversals from President Donald Trump convinced traders the White House is mainly wielding high levies as a negotiating tool.
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Holly Ellyatt,sawdah Bhaimiya,chloe Taylor, CNBC, 4 June 2025
With roughly $400 billion in annual revenue and about 400,000 employees as of 2024, UnitedHealth Group wields immense influence.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
Across American history, the most devastating harm has often come from men in suits, behind desks, wielding pens and executive orders.
—Tom Debley, Mercury News, 4 June 2025
Though set in the 16th century, the series’ bleak observations about elitism, integrity, and the consequences when flawed people wield absolute power feel remarkably timely.
—Judy Berman, Time, 3 June 2025
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Holly Ellyatt,sawdah Bhaimiya,chloe Taylor, CNBC, 4 June 2025
With roughly $400 billion in annual revenue and about 400,000 employees as of 2024, UnitedHealth Group wields immense influence.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
Across American history, the most devastating harm has often come from men in suits, behind desks, wielding pens and executive orders.
—Tom Debley, Mercury News, 4 June 2025
Though set in the 16th century, the series’ bleak observations about elitism, integrity, and the consequences when flawed people wield absolute power feel remarkably timely.
—Judy Berman, Time, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wield
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In a social media post Wednesday morning on X, Vance echoed his boss’ urging that the central bank ease monetary policy, after the latest inflation readings showed that tariffs are yet to exert any substantial upward pressure on inflation.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
11 June 2025
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As Madigan so skillfully proved over his decades in power, caucus leaders exert immense influence over members by doling out funds in their campaign war chests, bankrolled by those special interests.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2025
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On Wednesday, police in Seattle used pepper spray to clear out protesters, and officers in Denver used smoke and pepper balls to control a crowd.—
Krysta Fauria,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
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Could breeze through the low-minors using just his fastball, but secondary stuff needs work to reach his potential, and focus on development of those pitches will likely slow down his development and lead to more mixed results in some outings.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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For instance, in Washington and Oregon, similar rules apply, while some states restrict this maneuver more heavily or require explicit signage allowing it.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
7 June 2025
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This applies if there are two or more people present at the event.—
Alecia Taylor,
Kansas City Star,
7 June 2025
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“Wield.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wield. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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