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Значения термина influence peddler на английском

Someone who intervenes with authorities for a person in trouble (usually using underhand or illegal methods for a fee)

Использование термина influence peddler на английском
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He liked Tom Daschle, but Daschle had become a Washington influence peddler.
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Mr Romney accused Mr Gingrich of being an " influence peddler" in Washington.
BBC
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You're an influence peddler and you spread rumors for a living. Massimo shrugged, because he didn't think he was insulting me.
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Fred Black, a Washington influence peddler and close Rosselli friend, was among those certain that Santo Trafficante had ordered the hit.
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Everyone knows Washington is a swamp filled with snakes and influence peddlers.
Wired
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Fundraisers are frequently held at the ballpark, often attracting a who's-who of Washington influence peddlers.
Reuters
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Weapon shops and influence peddlers, and quiet parlours where destinies can be adjusted and reputations restored.
Agents of light and darkness
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The Occidental was abuzz with the jawing of politicos, reporters, flacks, power brokers, and industry influence peddlers.
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