Another common expression, to hold water, is about the strength or weakness of an idea,opinion or argument.

VOA: special.2009.05.10

The Washington Post newspaper described America's growing power this way: "A new understanding seems to have come upon us, an understanding of our strength.

VOA: special.2010.07.08

The study found their hipbone strength decreased by an average of fourteen percent.

VOA: special.2009.03.10

But Gomez ends "Try to Remember" on a positive note, as Gabi gains self-confidence, educates herself and finds the strength to become an independent young woman.

VOA: standard.2010.07.22