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power luncher

idiom
Meaning

One who attends or participates in a power lunch.


Origin

disputed origin

From power lunch + -er.

Examples
SIMPLE

He is a real power luncher who talks business every day.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant is full of every power luncher in the city discussing their next big deal.

COMPLEX

As a seasoned power luncher, she strategically uses these midday meetings to influence key stakeholders and secure lucrative partnerships.

Anchors to
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  2. 02

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    To be installed in high office, for example as a king, president, or prime minister.

  3. 03

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  4. 04

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  5. 05

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  6. 06

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  7. 07

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  8. 08

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