pull wires
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He declared that he had made no attempts to pull wires for the publisher, and denied connection with anyone else mentioned in the case.
From Time Magazine Archive
So when the I.C.C. grants his latest request, Mr. Crowley, nicknamed "Pull 80 Cars" for his initials and industry, will have the right to pull wires on the boards of 107 roads.*
From Time Magazine Archive
Once in New York, I can pull wires, if need be.
From The Desert of Wheat by Zane Grey
He had always known that Robina could pull wires.
From The Three Sisters by May Sinclair
He can't hamper himself by marriage with an impecunious musician who isn't able to pull wires and help him on.
From The Moon out of Reach by Margaret Pedler
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