crony
noun/ˈkroʊni/
Frequency rank: #16,676 most common English word
Meaning
A close friend or companion, especially one given unfair advantages through their relationship with someone in power.
Example sentence
The mayor gave the construction contract to his old crony, who had no real experience in the field.
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