Meaning of clout list | Babel Free
Definitions
A usually secret list containing the names of people who are to be given special access, benefits, or influence in a political or social situation, especially as a result of having personal, professional, or financial relationships with those in authority.
US, idiomatic
Examples
“By the way, joining Ronan in the move⟳ from "10 worst" to the clout list is his on-and-off nemesis, House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago).”
“Gov. Blagojevich's office kept a clout list of hundreds of state employees recommended by lobbyists, lawmakers and major fund-raisers.”
“The University of Illinois announced Monday that it will temporarily suspend the use⟳ of a clout list in the admissions process⟳—a practice school officials first downplayed after it was described in a Tribune investigation.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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