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Recent Examples of mover and shaker
Things start to heat up at an accelerated clip for our ragtag group of Brooklyn movers and shakers, and the stage is set for a harsh and swift karmic justice.
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Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
But as a company, Ziggi’s is a mover and shaker.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 Sep. 2025
At the American University of Beirut, Caland was taught by Helen Kahl, a mover and shaker of the city’s modern art scene.
—Grace Edquist, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
Multiple people involved in conversations surrounding MLS said their understanding is that MLS is not in a rush but is very serious and interested in giving Indianapolis the green light if the movers and shakers here can get a deal together.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 28 July 2025
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Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
But as a company, Ziggi’s is a mover and shaker.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 Sep. 2025
At the American University of Beirut, Caland was taught by Helen Kahl, a mover and shaker of the city’s modern art scene.
—Grace Edquist, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
Multiple people involved in conversations surrounding MLS said their understanding is that MLS is not in a rush but is very serious and interested in giving Indianapolis the green light if the movers and shakers here can get a deal together.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mover and shaker
Noun
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And remember the continuing Plaza Gate scandal — the governor was all in on stiffing the taxpayers for $900 million that would have gone instead into the pockets of fat cat Democrat insiders and hack lobbyists.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
25 Oct. 2025
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On the plus side of this arrangement, 11-team leagues at this level will also keep the power conference fat cats happy by limiting the additional auto-bids doled out to mid- and low-majors.—
Jim Root,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Suck on some of these, big boy.—
William Earl,
Variety,
12 Oct. 2025
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Fey: Then buckle up and slap on some Oakleys, big boy.—
William Vaillancourt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Still, expect short overhangs and big wheels, even if not quite the size of these absurdly chrome 24-inchers.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
ArsTechnica,
13 Aug. 2025
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The Lyriq’s long nose and roof create a sporty profile that’s emphasized by big wheel openings with subtle fender flares and a steeply raked rear window.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Still, Jarry kept the game even until some big guns finally went to work for the Penguins.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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For October camp and friendlies, Pochettino called in more big guns — a squad that looks a lot closer to what the World Cup roster will look like than in the September camp.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But for the Milwaukee Bucks, their main man was nowhere to be seen.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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In effect, Modi had gone from being America’s main man to playing third banana at China’s banquet.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But a big cheese board affords the chance for people to try something new.—
Betty Hallock,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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Simply Cheetos White Cheddar Puffs These light-colored curls have big cheese flavor, a satisfying crunch and a tart kick that is dangerously delicious.—
Jolene Thym,
The Mercury News,
4 June 2024
Noun
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His ability to attract top older notables is remarkable.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
1 Nov. 2025
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Other notables are Southampton in 2013-14, who ended up letting in the most goals of the sides on the above list with 46.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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If the Rockets go big-heavy often, Reed Sheppard loses some shine.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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The shift to bonds may indicate investors are rebalancing to keep their asset allocations from getting too stock-heavy, Austin said.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Mover and shaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mover%20and%20shaker. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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