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pull wires

/pʊl ˈwaɪərz/

翻译: 过时表达,指利用自身影响力或人脉关系,常以隐秘或操纵的方式,来达到想要的结果;现代对应说法是“pull strings”。

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/pʊl ˈwaɪərz/C1informalamerican已废弃
  • zh过时表达,指利用自身影响力或人脉关系,常以隐秘或操纵的方式,来达到想要的结果;现代对应说法是“pull strings”。

An outdated expression meaning to use one's influence or connections to achieve a desired result, often in a secretive or manipulative way. The modern equivalent is 'pull strings'.

  1. Use influence secretlyC1informalamerican

    To use one's personal connections or influence to achieve a desired outcome, often in a secretive or manipulative way.

    zh拉关系

    • He got the job because his uncle pulled wires for him.
    • The politician pulled wires behind the scenes to get the law passed.
    • She pulled wires to get her son into the prestigious school.