inner circle
noun
: a small group of people who lead a government or an organization or who are close to its leader
The President has an inner circle of advisers.
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The advocacy group said the junta’s inner circle appears directly involved in the detentions, with a security officer for junta leader Capt.
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ABC News, 6 May 2026
Law enforcement previously confirmed the discovery of DNA in Nancy Guthrie's home that does not belong to her or her inner circle.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Matthew is a clothing store worker who catches the attention of pop star Oliver one day and joins his inner circle on tour.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Support not only came from Sheppard’s inner circle, but from the Rockets organization.
—Shakeia Taylor, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 6 May 2026
Law enforcement previously confirmed the discovery of DNA in Nancy Guthrie's home that does not belong to her or her inner circle.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Matthew is a clothing store worker who catches the attention of pop star Oliver one day and joins his inner circle on tour.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Support not only came from Sheppard’s inner circle, but from the Rockets organization.
—Shakeia Taylor, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for inner circle
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“Inner circle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inner%20circle. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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