idiom
Pull Strings
PUL STRINGZ
/pʊl strɪŋz/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Pullstrings
Dictionary meaning
To use personal influence or connections to gain an advantage.
Examples
- He pulled strings to get his daughter an internship at the firm.
Pronunciation tips
Stress on 'pull' and 'strings'. From puppet theatre — pulling strings controls the puppet.
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