Usage Note
Poigne refers to the strength of one's grip or hand. The expression avoir de la poigne means to have a firm hand or strong leadership style; gouverner avec poigne means 'to rule with a firm hand'. It is related to poignet (wrist) and poing (fist), all from the same root.
Examples
"Ce chef gouverne avec beaucoup de poigne."
Natural Translation
This leader governs with a firm hand.
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