hold sway Synonyms
hold sway Meaning
Wordnet
hold sway (v)
be master; reign or rule
hold sway Sentence Examples
- The ancient traditions of the tribe still hold sway over its members.
- Despite modernization, superstition continued to hold sway in some rural communities.
- The once-dominant political party has seen its influence dwindle as newer ideologies hold sway.
- The manipulative words of the cult leader held sway over countless followers.
- The fear of failure held sway over her, preventing her from taking risks.
- The timeless wisdom of the old maestro held sway over the students of music.
- The charismatic speaker held sway over the audience, captivating them with his eloquence.
- The allure of wealth and power held sway over the ambitious politician.
- The intoxicating effects of the drug held sway over the addict, enslaving his mind.
- The ruthless dictator's iron fist held sway over the terrorized nation.
FAQs About the word hold sway
be master; reign or rule
clench, clutch, carry,grip, grab, handle,take, cradle, cling (to), hold on to
hand, hand,give, drop, drop, give, unclasp, relinquish, yield, yield
The ancient traditions of the tribe still hold sway over its members.
Despite modernization, superstition continued to hold sway in some rural communities.
The once-dominant political party has seen its influence dwindle as newer ideologies hold sway.
The manipulative words of the cult leader held sway over countless followers.
