power broker

noun

: a person (as in politics) able to exert strong influence through control of votes or individuals

Examples of power broker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The speed and intensity of the resistance shows that many of the world soccer’s power brokers view the plan as an existential challenge rather than merely another commercial initiative. — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Foerster lauded Shanahan and the other 49ers power brokers for their belief in him. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 26 July 2026

Macron enjoys nothing more than a glittering reception in France’s capital, a place foreign power brokers and business leaders like to spend time. — Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 23 July 2026

In many ways, Tana was one of Hollywood’s quiet power brokers, earning influence through humility and respect rather than status. — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for power broker

• mediocre
• choker
• coker
• croaker
• joker
• ochre
• poker
• smoker
• pawnbroker
• stockbroker