Throw your weight about/around

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idiomatic phrase

To use your position and influence to get what you want.

As the CEO, he started throwing his weight around to get his ideas implemented.
Visual representation of "throw your weight about/around" - To use your position and influence to get what you want.

Often appears as...

  • throw one's weight around
  • throw their weight around

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Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Power Play

The phrase often implies someone is being overly assertive or aggressive in exercising their influence.

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He throws his weight around in meetings, often talking over others.
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Negative Connotation

It usually has a negative connotation, suggesting abuse of power or authority.

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She got the promotion, but now she's throwing her weight around the office.
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Hierarchy Implied

Use it when referring to situations where there is a clear hierarchy or power dynamic.

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The senior manager threw his weight around to change the project direction.
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