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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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 Here's how: Stop rewarding the wrong behaviors: If office politics are draining your team's energy, don't reward it. Curt Steinhorst, Forbes, 9 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 8 Nov. 2024.

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