weak hold

Frequency: 4.52.1 per million words

a control or influence that is not strong

holdADJECTIVE + hold

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weak

Examples (10)

  • The politician's weak hold on power led to his resignation.
  • Despite initial success, the company had a weak hold on the market.
  • His arguments presented a weak hold on the jury's attention.
  • After the scandal, the leader's weak hold on public trust was evident.
  • The invading army had only a weak hold on the conquered territory.
  • She felt her weak hold on the rope slipping, but held on for dear life.
  • The government's weak hold over the rebellious provinces was a concern.
  • A weak hold on grammar can hinder effective communication.
  • The older generation worried about the younger one's weak hold on traditional values.
  • Due to his illness, he had a weak hold on reality at times.