inner circle

Example Sentences

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But the demise of his inner circle reflects a much broader pattern more than a decade into Xi’s rule.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Sanchez is also under attack from critics over several corruption scandals involving his inner circle.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 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

Me, part of the inner circle but not quite as audacious, not as sparkling.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse