他是藤田司令官面前的大红人
“he's a favorite in front of Commander Fujita.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
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“Besides,”
他是藤田司令官面前的大红人
“he's a favorite in front of Commander Fujita.”
“Even the Japanese have to show him respect.”
“You had better tread carefully around him; he has the ultimate backing.”
Refers to a trusted insider who wields derived power through proximity to top authority figures, demanding caution from subordinates and peers.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
top favorite; highly favored person
Used colloquially to describe someone who enjoys extraordinary favoritism and clout from leadership.
in the eyes of / in front of (a powerful figure)
Specifies whose direct patronage makes the person powerful.