Wield, as authority Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · 56-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 9, 2026 · 56-Down · 5 letters
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have and exercise; "wield power and authority"
verb
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