inner circle

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His inner circle includes Kevin Hart and Max Verstappen, and even the King of the Netherlands is a fan.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The Zelig-like Baranov character — understood to be a liberalized avatar for inner circle strategist Vladislav Surkov — is an interesting mix of cynicism and opportunity.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Though he tarnished royal prestige, many believe his infiltration of the czar’s inner circle was a mere symptom of a broader moral breakdown in which organized religion faltered and extreme views proliferated across Russia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Rodriguez, a former member of Maduro's inner circle who is now championing liberal reforms, hailed the law as "a vehicle for building future prosperity."

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Most members assumed the new leader would be Anna Howard Shaw, a Methodist minister who had a reputation as an excellent speaker and was in Anthony’s inner circle.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling