Pull Strings (Verb)
Meaning
Influence or control shrewdly or deviously; "He manipulated public opinion in his favor".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- She pulled strings behind the scenes to get her daughter into the prestigious university.
- The wealthy businessman was known to pull strings in the government to further his own interests.
- The cunning politician pulled strings to secure the votes of the undecided lawmakers.
- Rumors circulated that the newcomer was pulling strings to rise through the company ranks so quickly.
- Their charismatic leader was accused of pulling strings to shape public opinion in her favor.