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.
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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.