rub elbows
Example Sentences
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It has evolved into an exclusive society for Nairobi’s elite, who lounge poolside, fit in workouts and rub elbows at its swanky restaurants.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
His law firm had invented “Mass Torts Made Perfect” and ran it as a conference for elite plaintiffs’ attorneys nationwide to rub elbows and strategize, making him the unofficial president of the polo club posse.
From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026
A person might also rub elbows with Laura Dern trying to find her seat, or watch “Hacks” star Hannah Einbinder wave to friends on her way down the aisle.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024
By design, you were likely to rub elbows at the campfire with your favorite musician.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 1, 2023
When forced to rub elbows with us boys, he put on superior airs.
From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood
