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单词 the powers that be
释义

the powers that be

The authorities: the powers that be are assessing the situation...
  • I thought we were being directed away from the original subject matter by the powers that be.
  • It would never have occurred to the powers that be to run and supervise the National Lottery from anywhere but London.
  • People try and be free, and the powers that be basically overtake the movement.

Synonyms

the authorities, the people in charge, the establishment, the government, the administration, the men in (grey) suits
With biblical allusion to Rom. 13:1
See parent entry: power
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