someone's face fit

US /ˈsʌm.wʌnz feɪs fɪt/
UK /ˈsʌm.wʌnz feɪs fɪt/
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su cara encaja, ser del agrado de

to be suitable for a particular job or position, often implying that the person is chosen based on personal preference rather than merit

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He got the promotion because his face fit, not because he was the most qualified.
Obtuvo el ascenso porque su cara encajaba, no porque fuera el más cualificado.
It's often about whether your face fits in this company, not just your skills.
A menudo se trata de si tu cara encaja en esta empresa, no solo de tus habilidades.