Lingo

Power

7 Words

4m

1.
absolute power corrupts absolutely
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Peter noticed throughout history how rulers who were granted immense power often became tyrannical and cruel, proving that absolute power corrupts absolutely.

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2.
providence is always on the side of the big battalions
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Despite their talent and hard work, the underdog team was defeated by the well-funded and well-equipped opponents, confirming the idea that providence is always on the side of the big battalions.

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3.
might [is|make] right
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In some societies, the idea of might is right is deeply ingrained, and those in power often abuse their authority.

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4.
he who pays the piper, calls the tune
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The politician realized that he who pays the piper, calls the tune, and that he needed to listen to the concerns of his campaign donors.

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5.
(kings|governments) have long arms
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When the fugitive thought he was safe in a remote location, he remembered that kings have long arms and that he could still be caught and punished.

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6.
the post of honor is the post of danger
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The CEO of the company felt a sense of pride in her high-powered position, but also knew that the post of honor is the post of danger, as she faced intense competition, regulatory challenges, and the risk of financial losses.

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7.
set a beggar on horseback, and he will ride (straight|) to the devil
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When the CEO retired, the board of directors made the mistake of promoting the inexperienced intern to take his place.As the saying goes, set a beggar on horseback, and he will ride to the devil, and soon enough, the company was in shambles.

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