inner circle

noun

1. a small, intimate, and often influential group of people.

Word History and Origins

Origin of inner circle¹

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

Then White moved on to some shoutouts to “manosphere” entertainers in his inner circle that he considered integral to the former president’s reelection.

From Salon

Incoming White House communications director Steven Cheung is well known for his “pugilistic” bombast – particularly on social media – and like many of Trump’s inner circle – he has a background in entertainment.

From Salon

That scenario, which is reportedly being considered by Trump and his inner circle, is not without its own issues.

From Salon

“Look, Matt Gaetz is a colleague of mine,” the Louisiana Republican said on “Fox News Sunday,” appearing after he was photographed alongside Trump and his inner circle over the weekend.

From Salon

With a Trump presidency on the horizon, the president-elect is choosing his inner circle.

From Los Angeles Times