The corridors of power

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noun

A place where important decisions are made, usually in government or large organizations.

The proposed law has not yet reached the corridors of power, where it will be discussed and voted on.
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Often appears as...

  • walk down the corridors of power
  • roam in the corridors of power

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Idiomatic

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Metaphorical Space

The phrase represents a metaphorical space, not actual hallways.

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Her new position put her in the corridors of power, where she influences company policy.
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Influence and Authority

'Corridors of power' implies a place where people possess authority and make impactful decisions.

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Only a select few can navigate the corridors of power effectively.
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Not Always Visible

The activities in the corridors of power can be secretive or not obvious to outsiders.

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Journalists try to uncover what happens behind the scenes in the corridors of power.
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