pull wires

See: PULL STRINGS.

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pull strings

[pull strings] or [pull wires] {v. phr.}, {informal} To secretly use influence and power, especially with people in charge or in important jobs to do or get something; make use […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

wire

[wire] See: [ACROSS THE WIRE], [DOWN TO THE WIRE], [PULL STRINGS] or [PULL WIRES]. A Dictionary of American Idioms

pull together

[pull together] {v.} To join your efforts with those of others; work on a task together; cooperate. * /Many men must pull together if a large business is to succeed./ […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

pull one's weight

[pull one's weight] {v. phr.} To do your full share of work; do your part. * /In a small shop, it is important that each man pull his weight./ * […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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