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In South Asian cultures, 'wasta' refers to the use of personal connections or influence to get things done, often bypassing official procedures or rules.
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In some countries, having wasta can greatly influence one's chances of getting a job.
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My cousin used his wasta to get me a discount on the car rental.
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She's always using her wasta to get out of doing any work.
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Having a strong network of connections is like having wasta in the business world.