rub elbows
Example Sentences
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It has evolved into an exclusive society for Nairobi’s elite, who lounge poolside, fit in workouts and rub elbows at its swanky restaurants.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
His law firm had invented “Mass Torts Made Perfect” and ran it as a conference for elite plaintiffs’ attorneys nationwide to rub elbows and strategize, making him the unofficial president of the polo club posse.
From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026
By design, you were likely to rub elbows at the campfire with your favorite musician.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 1, 2023
On Thursday, he’ll rub elbows with voters at the Red Arrow Diner in Manchester, New Hampshire, which is a must-stop for candidates circulating through the first-in-the-nation primary state.
From Washington Times • Apr. 11, 2023
We pass and she always tries to catch my eye or rub elbows, pretending it’s an accident, but I keep walking with my eyes straight ahead, like I don’t notice her.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
