| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| PULLSTRINGS | Use one's influence secretly |
| PULLSOMESTRINGS | Use one's influence |
| PULLSTRINGS | Use one's influence |
| wirepulling | the use of private or secret influence for one's own ends |
| wire | to use one's position or influence to obtain a desired result |
| wirepullings | WIREPULLING, the use of private or secret influence for one's own ends |
| weight | to use one's power and influence, esp. beyond the bounds of propriety, to secure some personal gain |
| string | to use one's influence or authority, usually in secret, in order to bring about a desired result |
