kingmaker (Meaning)
kingmaker (n)
English statesman; during the War of the Roses he fought first for the house of York and secured the throne for Edward IV and then changed sides to fight for the house of Lancaster and secured the throne for Henry VI (1428-1471)
an important person who can bring leaders to power through the exercise of political influence
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English statesman; during the War of the Roses he fought first for the house of York and secured the throne for Edward IV and then changed sides to fight for th
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The kingmaker was determined to support the candidate who would best serve the country.
Throughout history, several powerful individuals have been known as kingmakers.
The kingmaker's allegiance to the prince was steadfast.
The kingmaker believed that he had a divine right to influence the succession.
