جستجو
men in (gray) suits
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the people who have a lot of power and authority within an organization but are not known by many people
What is the origin of the idiom "men in suits" and when to use it?
The phrase "men in suits" originated in the mid-20th century when corporate culture became more formalized, and the business suit became a symbol of authority and power. It became popularized in the 1950s and 1960s and is still used today to describe those in positions of power and authority who are seen as out of touch with ordinary people.
مثال
The energy company's board of directors was composed entirely of men in gray suits who were resistant to investing in renewable energy sources.
The art world was criticized for being dominated by men in suits who were more interested in preserving traditional values than in promoting new and innovative artists.
The board of directors of the company was composed entirely of men in gray suits who were resistant to change and innovation, and who were not receptive to new ideas or perspectives.
The protesters are tired of being ignored by the men in suits who run the government and the corporations.
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