Saturday, January 26, 2013

Pull strings

Pull strings:


 
Definition:
Exert influence 

Example 1:
 

My boss was able to pull some strings for me.

My boss was able to exert influence for me.
Example 2:
 

I knew someone at the company, so they were able to pull some strings to get me hired.

I knew someone at the company, so they were able exert influence to get me hired.


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