Pull Strings

Synonyms of pull strings

• manipulate
• use influence
• exert power

Antonyms of pull strings

• follow the rules
• play fair
• act independently

Collocations of pull strings

strings attached

Frequency: 80 %

She agreed to help, but with no strings attached.

behind the scenes

Frequency: 75 %

They were pulling strings behind the scenes to influence the outcome.

political favors

Frequency: 70 %

He was able to pull political favors to get the project approved.

powerful connections

Frequency: 65 %

With his powerful connections, he was able to pull strings to secure a deal.

financial resources

Frequency: 60 %

With their financial resources, they were able to pull strings to expand their business.

Idiomatic Expressions for pull strings

• Phrase: pull some strings
  Meaning: to manipulate or control a situation behind the scenes
  Usage: She pulled some strings to ensure that her son got accepted into the prestigious university.