inner circle
Example Sentences
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The defense secretary is trying to promote at least one member of his inner circle who was previously passed over for promotion several times.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
People often become more selective about their relationships as they grow older, focusing more attention on a smaller inner circle of close connections.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
Like Yermak, Mindich was once part of Zelensky's inner circle and co-owned the president's former TV studio Kvartal95, before sanctions were imposed on him.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
It granted us a level of access to his inner circle and his sister, Elizabeth, who provided us with his personal journals.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
“I know about Russ’s past, Finley. I’m in the inner circle, so to speak.”
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
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