leverage

influence in the sphere of politics or government

the use of borrowed capital to increase potential returns

influence derived from economic power or resources

power or influence used to one's advantage in negotiations

an advantage held by one party in negotiations

a very strong and effective influence

a very large amount of influence or power

a significant amount of influence

the greatest possible force or mechanical advantage

the required amount of force to achieve a goal

the necessary amount of force to move something

a strong mechanical advantage

additional force or mechanical advantage

a specific area or factor where a small change can lead to a large effect

to use something you have (e.g., information, power) to get what you want

influence within a specific context or situation (e.g., in negotiations)

to possess power or influence over others

to acquire more power or influence

to provide someone with an advantage or influence

to use force via a lever or similar tool

to possess the means to apply force effectively

to apply force or pressure to create a mechanical advantage

to obtain a position that provides a mechanical advantage

to find a way to apply force effectively

to offer a means of gaining a mechanical advantage

to secure a position that provides a mechanical advantage

to enhance the amount of force or mechanical advantage