Meaning of the word "have friends in high places" in English

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have friends in high places

US /hæv frɛndz ɪn haɪ ˈpleɪsɪz/
UK /hæv frɛndz ɪn haɪ ˈpleɪsɪz/
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Idiom

1.

to know important or influential people who can help you

Example:
He managed to get the job because he has friends in high places.
Don't worry about the permit; I have friends in high places who can help.
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