Patton was able to distribute this surplus to legislative allies, giving him substantial leverage for his proposals.

But the city councils exercise substantial political leverage, especially here in the capital.

The funds pursue various strategies, like holding both long and short positions, and often employ substantial leverage.

Oil provided Saudi Arabia with economic prosperity and substantial political leverage internationally.

On the vital Finance Committee, they have only 11 seats out of 20, which gives substantial leverage to dissidents.

The veto would give the President substantial new leverage in some situations.

Mr. Clinton will have substantial leverage over those negotiations because lawmakers need his signature on the bill.

The low margin requirements of futures results in substantial leverage of the investment.

The players had substantial leverage during the confrontation because it occurred so late in the season.

City councils in Iran exercise substantial political leverage, especially here in the capital.