English Explanatory Dictionary

throw one's weight around

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To exercise influence or authority, especially to an excessive degree or in an objectionable manner.

Pronunciation

En-au-throw one's weight around.ogg

Word forms

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Related words

carry one's weight cut a wide swath override one's commission pull rank throw one's weight behind
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