In some circles, these are referred to as cliques but in this instance, it is really more of a nonet that gets the featured billing. |
I had so much fun getting there that I had no problem listening to a pep talk rallying the girls and pointing out the error of their cliques. |
We do need to move forward, but as individual states with a common goal, not a superstate dominated by cliques, cabals and vested interests. |
The film's target audience is teenagers, who, to one degree or another, will relate to the concept of high school cliques. |
But clearly what was taking place was a bitter power struggle between opposing ruling cliques with no holds barred on either side. |
In plush surroundings trimmed with red carpet, the cliques of minor celebrities gather in small, self-congratulatory packs, wine in hand. |