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power structure
noun
- the system of authority or influence in government, politics, education, etc.:
The state elections threatened to upset the existing power structure.
- the people who participate in such a system:
She hoped to become a part of the power structure.
power structure
noun
- the structure or distribution of power and authority in a community
- the people and groups who are part of such a structure
Word History and Origins
Origin of power structure1
Example Sentences
It remains a story of understanding and togetherness despite social power structures that depend on fear and divisiveness.
Russian missiles and drones also targeted power structure across Ukraine on Sunday, killing at least 10 people and causing blackouts.
Although the sheriffs and their practices skew strongly toward white male conservative defenders of existing power structures, there's significant variation to be found, and their discussion is appropriately nuanced.
She helped me understand what activism is, how power structures can force us to live near extracting industries.
Another insider points to the "complex" power structures in media organisations where managers have power but the "talent" are also powerful because of their influence and status.
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