Sentence examples for commands considerable sway from inspiring English sources

In a city where politics and economics are inextricably mixed, he commands considerable sway, sometimes more than he intends, on issues not directly under his purview.

That gives Russia considerable sway in Ukraine.

The nation's governors have considerable sway here in Washington.

Mr. Muhammad seemed to hold considerable sway over Mr. Malvo.

Unlike other states, public employee strikes are legal in California, where unions hold considerable sway.

Mr. Gates enjoys bipartisan support on Capitol Hill and has considerable sway within the administration.

The line of questioning speaks to Mr. Dimon's still considerable sway among lawmakers.

The president's widow, Tatyana Karimova, an economist, also holds considerable sway.

The Mohn family, which owns a large stake in Bertelsmann, exercises considerable sway over strategy.

Mr. Ohga was also given considerable sway over advertising, branding and even product development.

Although the society of the Lahaul Valley is patrilineal, the practice of polyandry gave women considerable sway over many matters.