on the strength of

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: because of the influence of (something)

I went and saw the film on the strength of his recommendation.

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But Ohio State kept its composure, expanding the lead 51-31 midway through the third on the strength of a 14-4 run keyed by up-tempo play and swarming defense. —

Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024 Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the strength of a diverse military Lloyd Austin spent more than four decades in uniform, and has led America's military for the last four years, since President Biden picked him to become the nation's first African American Secretary of Defense. —

David Morgan, CBS News, 13 Dec. 2024 Your growth will only be decided based on the strength of your core team. —

Teja Chekuri, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 Linkin Park has been propelled back to worldwide prominence on the strength of the comeback album From Zero and massive stadium concerts scheduled throughout 2025. —

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