power behind the throne
幕后操纵的力量
书面·形容幕后操纵
英文释义
the person or group that has the real power and controls a ruler or leader, especially in a secret or unofficial way
例句
Everyone thinks the CEO runs the company, but his wife is the real power behind the throne.
典故来源
源自17世纪英国政治，指实际控制君主或领导者的幕后人物，如国王的顾问或宠臣。