as in exerting
to bring to bear especially forcefully or effectively
wields considerable influence in the field of women's sports
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Recent Examples of wielding
The deal largely returns to a status that existed before the war, but with thousands of people dead and Iran wielding a new source of negotiating pressure with its ability to influence transits of the strait.
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Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
And wielding a knife at the still-attacking dogs, Donnell Smith frantically called 911 and tried to stop the bleeding from Cowan’s neck, court records show.
—Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
The video ended after the knife-wielding man got off the train and sat on a bench on a platform.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
The drivers themselves wrestle their way through the crowds and fend off swarms of iPhone-wielding fans to convene with their race teams ahead of the Grand Prix.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2026
Martha’s Vineyard also has knife-wielding men in masks and creepy sea hags!
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
One man who worked at the plant was sentenced to 14 months in prison after being convicted of wielding a box cutter while attempting to resist an immigration arrest.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 11 June 2026
When the Selma marchers faced down snarling dogs and baton-wielding police in 1965, the contrast between their passive resistance and the Jim Crow officials’ savagery echoed the caning of a century before.
—Rob Wolfe, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
Whaley was wielding a Bronson Rod and reel rigged with Berkeley line.
—Ken Perrotte, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
And wielding a knife at the still-attacking dogs, Donnell Smith frantically called 911 and tried to stop the bleeding from Cowan’s neck, court records show.
—Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
The video ended after the knife-wielding man got off the train and sat on a bench on a platform.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
The drivers themselves wrestle their way through the crowds and fend off swarms of iPhone-wielding fans to convene with their race teams ahead of the Grand Prix.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2026
Martha’s Vineyard also has knife-wielding men in masks and creepy sea hags!
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
One man who worked at the plant was sentenced to 14 months in prison after being convicted of wielding a box cutter while attempting to resist an immigration arrest.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 11 June 2026
When the Selma marchers faced down snarling dogs and baton-wielding police in 1965, the contrast between their passive resistance and the Jim Crow officials’ savagery echoed the caning of a century before.
—Rob Wolfe, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
Whaley was wielding a Bronson Rod and reel rigged with Berkeley line.
—Ken Perrotte, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wielding
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Italy’s national anti-mafia prosecutor, Giovanni Melillo, said the seizures form part of a broader effort to dismantle the Sicilian Mafia’s economic infrastructure and prevent it from rebuilding criminal networks capable of exerting global financial and social influence, including intimidation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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Trump has been exerting growing pressure on Mexico, with questions looming over issues including human rights, national sovereignty and regional diplomacy.—
Dorany Pineda,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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Tabbed nothing less than the golden generation, they were meant to grow a sport that long had roots but never could quite blossom, using the soil of their own country to do it.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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In addition to rinsing off aphids, applying a soapy water solution can help get them out of your garden.—
Abby Monteil,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
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To recreate the look, begin by applying styling gel to your hair and then part it in the middle.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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“Wielding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wielding. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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