Sentence examples for keep a strong grip from inspiring English sources

While the Kremlin tends to keep a strong grip on Russian politics, it remains sensitive to broad-based protests over issues like inflation, pensions and housing, as well as tobacco and alcohol.

Egypt's constitutional court dissolved the Islamist-dominated lower house this month in a series of measures designed to ensure that the generals who took over from Mubarak will keep a strong grip on Egypt's affairs even after Morsi takes power.

Remain at a safe distance from the weak ice, and keep a strong grip on the rope or object.

Mr Ortega has kept a strong grip on his party machine, but many outside its Marxist core are sick of him.A moderate Sandinist, Herty Lewites, won election as mayor of Managua, the capital, last month.

To maintain their new-found strength, their policymakers need to keep a firm grip on inflation.

Watching acrobatic gibbons at play is endlessly entertaining; just keep a firm grip on your camera.

It helps him keep a firm grip on the ball.

Keep a firm grip throughout.

Keep a firm grip on the wheel.

Keep a firm grip to prevent your child from slipping away.

Keep a firm grip on the jar to avoid spilling its contents.