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"Pull strings" is an idiomatic expression that means to exert influence or manipulate circumstances, often behind the scenes, to achieve a desired outcome. Here are a few examples using the phrase:
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"She managed to secure a job offer by pulling some strings with a former colleague who worked at the company."
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"The wealthy businessman had enough connections to pull strings and have the charges against him dropped."
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"In order to get her child into the prestigious school, the influential parent pulled some strings with the admissions committee."
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"The manager pulled some strings to ensure that her favorite employee received the promotion."
In these examples, "pulling strings" refers to using personal connections, influence, or manipulation to achieve a particular result or gain an advantage in a situation.
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