power behind the throne

== English == === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Pronunciation === === Noun === power behind the throne (plural powers behind the throne or powers behind thrones) (idiomatic) Someone who appears to be without special status, but who has great covert influence on a person in authority. ==== Translations ==== === See also === éminence grise power broker powers that be deep state