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pull strings
(redirected from pull a few strings to use)

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pull (some) strings and pull a few strings
to use influence (with someone to get something done). I can get it done easily by pulling a few strings. Is it possible to get anything done around here without pulling some strings?
See also: pull, string

pull strings
to secretly use the influence that you have over important people in order to get something or to help someone I may be able to pull a few strings for you if you need the document urgently.
See also: pull, string

pull strings
to use your influence over important people in order to get something or to help someone I may be able to pull a few strings for you if you need the document urgently.
See also: pull, string


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