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wield
verb
Have and exercise
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wiːld
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verb
Have and exercise
“Wield power and authority”
verb
Handle effectively
“The burglar wielded an axe”
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Wield power and authority
The burglar wielded an axe
The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
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