| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| wield | to exercise (power, influence, etc.) |
| wielder | to exercise (power, influence, etc.) |
| wielded | to exercise (power, influence, etc.) |
| kingmakers | A person who brings leaders to power through the exercise of political influence |
| kingmaker | A person who brings leaders to power through the exercise of political influence |
| weightier | having or exerting influence, power, etc.; influential |
| weighty | having or exerting influence, power, etc.; influential |
