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friends in low places

idiom
Meaning

Friends who have underworld connections or are involved in shady underdealings.


Examples
SIMPLE

He gets into trouble because he has friends in low places.

CONTEXTUAL

The detective warned the young officer to be careful, as the suspect clearly had friends in low places who could help him escape.

COMPLEX

Despite his polished public reputation, the politician's sudden access to illicit funds suggested he maintained friends in low places who operated far outside the law.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    fly low

    To have one's fly (zipper) undone.

  2. 02

    friends in high places

    Friends who have authority or influence and who can ensure that one's interests will be protected or furthered.

  3. 03

    go places

    To make progress or achieve success.

  4. 04

    hang low

    To droop or sag heavily; to remain at a low altitude.

  5. 05

    high and low

    Everywhere; all over the place.

  6. 06

    keep a low profile

    To be discreet and quiet.

  7. 07

    lie low

    To conceal oneself; to remain hidden.

  8. 08

    low on the totem pole

    Accorded relatively little importance.

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