Charmed Circle

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Pronunciation: /tʃɑːrmd ˈsɜːrkəl/

Definitions of charmed circle

noun a group of people who are influential or exclusive, often associated with wealth or power

Example Sentences

A1 She felt like she was part of a charmed circle when she was invited to the exclusive party.

A2 The wealthy elite formed a charmed circle that was difficult to break into.

B1 The artist found himself in a charmed circle of collectors and critics who appreciated his work.

B2 Being part of the charmed circle of top executives, she had access to exclusive events and opportunities.

C1 The charmed circle of politicians and lobbyists controlled much of the decision-making in the country.

C2 Only those with the right connections could enter the charmed circle of power and influence.

Examples of charmed circle in a Sentence

formal Only those who are part of the charmed circle are allowed access to the exclusive event.

informal You have to be in the charmed circle to get invited to their parties.

slang If you're not in the charmed circle, good luck getting any perks.

figurative She felt like she was on the outside of a charmed circle, never quite fitting in with the popular crowd.

Grammatical Forms of charmed circle

past tense

charmed circles

plural

charmed circles

comparative

more charmed circle

superlative

most charmed circle

present tense

charm circle

future tense

will charm circle

perfect tense

have charmed circle

continuous tense

is charming circle

singular

charmed circle

positive degree

charmed circle

infinitive

to charm circle

gerund

charming circle

participle

charming circle

Origin and Evolution of charmed circle

First Known Use: 1800 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'charmed circle' originated in English literature to describe an exclusive or privileged group of people.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to denote a select group, the term 'charmed circle' has evolved to also refer to a clique or closed social group with a sense of exclusivity and privilege.