office politics

plural noun

often disapproving
: the activities, attitudes, or behaviors that are used to get or keep power or an advantage within a business or company

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In my experience, the best way to navigate office politics is by building genuine relationships. Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 This can happen because of office politics, personal biases, or any number of other reasons. Dr. Ella F. Washington, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 The Voice became many things to me: a place of drudgery and triumph and endless office politics, a writing school, a talent pool, my crucible and passport. Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 22 Aug. 2024 Managing office politics is an ongoing process that requires self-awareness, strategic thinking and a commitment to professionalism. Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for office politics 

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“Office politics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/office%20politics. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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