old boy network

• Sistema informal de ajuda mútua e contatos entre homens que estudaram nas mesmas escolas ou universidades prestigiosas, frequentemente usado para manter poder e privilégios em círculos profissionais ou sociais.

An informal system of mutual assistance and connections among men who have attended the same prestigious schools or universities, often used to maintain power and privilege in professional or social circles.

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   A system of mutual support and connections among former students of elite schools or universities, often used to gain professional advantages.

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   • He got the job through the old boy network rather than his qualifications.
   • The old boy network still dominates many top law firms in London.
   • She felt excluded from the old boy network that controlled the company's promotions.