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clout list

idiom

A usually secret list containing the names of people who are to be given special access, benefits, or influence in a political or social situation, especially as a result of having personal, professional, or financial relationships with those in authority.


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  1. 01

    bucket list

    A list of tasks arising during a meeting that are put aside to be dealt with later.

  2. 02

    honey do list

    A collection of requests, usually a list of household tasks assigned by a partner.

  3. 03

    laundry list

    A long and often tedious list of items.

  4. 04

    sick list

    A list of people who are ill.

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