The phrase
"coat tails" refers to the success or popularity of one person benefiting another person or group associated with them. It means that someone is riding on the success or influence of someone else to gain advantage or support.
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«coat»
«tails»
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Sentences with «coat tails»
- And sometimes they want you to be the person whose coat tails they can ride. (lawyerist.com)
- The Samoyed breed is perhaps best identified by its heavily coated tail that curves upwards and touches the dog's back. (dogcare.dailypuppy.com)
- While he is to be commended on his commitment to the poor and downtrodden he like all past presidents are riding the evangelical coat tails to gain that extra vote. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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