have friends in high places
US /hæv frɛndz ɪn haɪ ˈpleɪsɪz/
UK /hæv frɛndz ɪn haɪ ˈpleɪsɪz/
1.
有高层朋友, 有靠山
to know important or influential people who can help you
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He managed to get the job because he has friends in high places.
他能得到这份工作是因为他有高层朋友。
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Don't worry about the permit; I have friends in high places who can help.
别担心许可证；我有高层朋友可以帮忙。