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on the strength of
Idioms and Phrases
On the basis of, as in She was hired on the strength of her computer skills . [Early 1600s]Example Sentences
People adjust their doses based on the strength of a product—so if they’re smoking a product that’s half as strong, for example, they might end up smoking twice as much, doing further damage to their lungs.
Gjert was charged with one offence in April 2024 - but five cases were dropped on the strength of evidence and one other because of time constraints.
Gjert was charged with one offence in April - but five charges were dropped on the strength of evidence and one other because of time constraints.
But the market there depends on the strength of the Nigerian currency, which fell sharply and cut off the number of people who could afford to come to the UK.
Watkins had fueled her team’s double-digit lead with 18 points, partially on the strength of making seven of eight free throws.
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