bully pulpit
noun/ˈbʊli pʊlpɪt/
/ˈbʊli pʊlpɪt/
[singular] (North American English)- a position of authority that gives somebody the opportunity to speak in public about an issue
- He intends to use the presidency as a bully pulpit to promote family values.
Word Originearly 20th cent.: apparently originally used by President Theodore Roosevelt, explaining his personal view of the presidency.Want to learn more?
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