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spear carrier

idiom
Meaning

One who serves in a subordinate or menial role.


Examples
SIMPLE

He is just a spear carrier in the company.

CONTEXTUAL

She felt like a mere spear carrier while the senior managers made all the important decisions.

COMPLEX

Despite his years of dedicated service, he remained a perpetual spear carrier, never entrusted with the authority to lead the project.

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