old boy network

old boy network  {n. phr.}
A system whereby men who went to the same school help each other to get good jobs, regardless of their ability or training.
Peter got his lucrative job thanks to the old boy network rather than because of his qualifications.
Compare: OLD COLLEGE TRY.
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