1. At the center of the ring stands the master of ceremonies who wields a large stick to keep the eager spectators from getting too close.
2. Although he has no formal role in the current Indian government, he wields considerable influence and is a close friend of Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
3. Ozawa is known as the " shadow shogun " because of the considerable power and influence he wields behind the scenes.
4. The US interprets " politics " as using political power to resolve economic problems, in this case the US Congress wields its legislative power.
5. What made it unique is the uncharacteristically methodical approach he took toward such issues of gravitas and the unparalleled impact he wields.
6. Zhang Haifeng wields the baton for the PLA Military Philharmonic Orchestra, for a Spring Festival concert of classical wind music.
7. Runway is the most influential fashion magazine in the industry, and no one wields more power than Miranda.
8. The army traditionally wields a great deal of influence in Thai politics.
9. Israeli officials believe the latest mortar and rocket attacks are Hamas's message to Abbas of the clout it wields.
10. Musharraf still wields ultimate authority, even after restoring parliament after elections two years ago.