Sentence examples for continued to wield from inspiring English sources

That means that roughly the same swing states have continued to wield influence.

But he continued to wield a strong influence when the fighter returned to England to turn professional the following year.

Mr. Saleh handed over some of his duties to Mr. Hadi after he signed the agreement in November, but has continued to wield power.

By contrast, Britain's more powerful aristocracy continued to wield amateur administrative functions until well into the 19th century, when a professionalized civil service eventually emerged.

Only seven nawabs are left today, but writer was astonished to see how much power they continued to wield 42 years after the end of the Empire.

Investigators said tapes they would produce in court included recordings of other leaders of the crime organization discussing how Mr. Gigante continued to wield power from prison.

Many are continuing to wield influence.

The US, meanwhile, continues to wield its clout.

He continues to wield some influence behind the scenes in Downing Street.

The Ukip leader has no MPs, yet continues to wield sizable influence over parliament.

Still, the king continues to wield absolute authority on all political matters.