Meaning of the word "pull strings" in English

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pull strings

US /pʊl strɪŋz/
UK /pʊl strɪŋz/
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Idiom

1.

to use one's influence with others to gain an advantage or special favor

Example:
He had to pull strings to get his son into that exclusive school.
She's good at pulling strings to get what she wants.
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