bully pulpit
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bully pulpit

noun

Definition of BULLY PULPIT

: a prominent public position (as a political office) that provides an opportunity for expounding one's views; also : such an opportunity

Examples of BULLY PULPIT

  1. She uses her position as a famous actress as a bully pulpit.

First Known Use of BULLY PULPIT

1976

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