eminence grise

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Noun eminence grise has 1 sense

eminence grise - (French) a person who exercises power or influence in certain areas without holding an official position; "the President's wife is an eminence grise in matters of education"
--₁ is a kind of important person, influential person, personage

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Eminence Grise

Definition: The term "eminence grise" refers to a powerful or influential person who operates behind the scenes, often pulling strings or exerting significant influence without attracting attention.

Example Sentences:

John may not hold any official position, but he is the eminence grise behind the company's major decisions.
The eminence grise of the political party is said to have significant influence over the candidate's campaign strategies.

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