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Political Boss (Noun)

Meaning

A leader in a political party who controls votes and dictates appointments; "party bosses have a reputation for corruption".

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The local political boss had a stranglehold on the city council, using patronage and fear to keep opposition at bay.
  • As the incumbent party boss, he had the power to handpick candidates for the upcoming election.
  • Despite allegations of corruption, the political boss maintained a tight grip on the party machinery.
  • The political boss's decision to back the young challenger over the veteran politician raised eyebrows among party insiders.
  • After a decade of running the party with an iron fist, the old political boss finally stepped down, but his influence lingered.

Synonyms

  • Party Boss
  • Boss

Hypernyms

  • Political Leader
  • Pol
  • Politician
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