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clout

[klout] / klaʊt /




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They have clout in the industry, insight into music trends, and insider knowledge of upcoming artists who'd be willing to risk a Eurovision bid.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

But she’s as good a sign as any of where the clout-hungry believe the clout currently lies.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

It has also jockeyed with Saudi Arabia, the biggest oil producer in OPEC, for regional clout.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Cook developed personal relationships with President Trump and China’s president Xi Jinping, using Apple’s economic clout to avoid major concessions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“Even his clout isn’t that great. The Government’s been trying to force everyone, even the Barons, to become vegetarians.”

From "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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