rub shoulders with
US /rʌb ˈʃoʊl.dərz wɪð/
UK /rʌb ˈʃoʊl.dərz wɪð/
1.
to meet and talk to important or famous people
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At the charity gala, she got to rub shoulders with several Hollywood stars.
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He loves to attend exclusive parties where he can rub shoulders with politicians and business leaders.