movers and shakers
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of movers and shakers
C20: perhaps from the line ``We are the movers and shakers of the world for ever'' in `Ode' by Arthur O'Shaughnessy (1844–81), British poet
Example Sentences
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There are also some wild cards, including conservative venture capitalist Marc Andreessen and two other movers and shakers from the tech world who will serve on a task force on employment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
It’s all part of an effort, observers say, for the companies to properly position themselves with the movers and shakers in town.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 24, 2026
The Pacific Dining Car was once a popular eatery among L.A.’s movers and shakers, known for fine steaks and 24-hour service.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 20, 2025
For just one week everyone is Irish and those who form part of the travelling circus have their stamina rewarded with enviable access to the movers and shakers within the US political elite.
From BBC ● Mar. 15, 2025
It worries me that the other girls have a head start on this since their families are already friends with the movers and shakers of Ecuador.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
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