wheelhouse

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But I think there's a real substantive reform that McCain could offer that its completely in his wheelhouse, that is necessary, and that would prove he's a break from Bush.

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  • The wide beveled glass window of my wheelhouse is a constantly changing canvas.
  • I crouched low and made my way along the length of the boat until I was even with the wheelhouse, then, counting to three to get my nerve up, I straightened and took a look. —  The African Quest
  • Following Drugan out of the wheelhouse, he made a dash for the first doorway. —  EQMM, Sep/Oct 2005
  • Beyond the wheelhouse was a spacious area with lounge chairs and a portable bar. —  Fatal Cure by Leonard Goldberg
  • Atop the wheelhouse, a string of flags drooped down motionless. —  Fatal Cure by Leonard Goldberg
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