He should use this moment of national relief to strengthen his control over these forces.

After leave, they were sent to strengthen units all over the country.

This ruling also strengthened the federal government's power over state governments.

We see that as strengthening powers and regulation over the next while.

He took many military actions to strengthen his control over Italy and its neighboring areas.

At the same time the church strengthened its control over lubki pictures.

Muscles strengthen over time through use, as in lifting weights.

The moves strengthened the board's powers over a younger team of executives.

The storm is strengthening over the Atlantic, and could become a blizzard.

We've strengthened the fiber of our company over the long term with this agreement.