politician

n. a person whose job is in politics, especially someone who has been elected to a government position.

n. an individual professionally engaged in politics, specifically one who holds or seeks an elected or appointed office in government.

“The local politician promised to build a new park if she won the election.”

“The veteran politician spent the afternoon canvassing in the suburbs, hoping to secure the swing votes necessary for a narrow victory.”

n. someone who is very good at using their influence or acting in a clever way to get what they want at work.

n. a person who acts in a manipulative or crafty manner to gain advantage within an organisation or social group.

“He is quite a politician in the office and always knows who to talk to for a promotion.”

“To survive in the corporate headquarters, one must be something of a politician, navigating the complex web of internal alliances and rivalries.”

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