Kingmaker
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noun
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adjective
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(As a noun)
Kingmaker ( noun )
A person or group that has the power to determine who will become a king or queen or who holds significant influence in the selection of a leader.
Origin:
The term "kingmaker" has been used since the 16th century, it refers to a person or group that has the power to determine who will become a king or queen or who holds significant influence in the selection of a leader.
Examples:
- He was seen as the kingmaker in the upcoming election, as his endorsement carried a lot of weight.
- She played the role of kingmaker in the last leadership contest.
- The party kingmakers were meeting to decide on the next candidate.
- The kingmaker's support was crucial for the candidate to win the election.
- He was considered one of the most powerful kingmakers in the country.
(As an adjective)
Kingmaker ( adjective )
Having the power to determine who will become a king or queen or who holds significant influence in the selection of a leader.
Origin:
The term "kingmaker" has been used since the 16th century, it refers to a person or group that has the power to determine who will become a king or queen or who holds significant influence in the selection of a leader.
Examples:
- The kingmaker's endorsement carried a lot of weight in the upcoming election.
- She played a kingmaker role in the last leadership contest.
- The kingmaker's support was crucial for the candidate to win the election.
- He was considered one of the most powerful kingmaker in the country.
- The kingmaker's influence was decisive in the last election.