hanger‑on

the politician is surrounded by hanger-ons who hope to benefit from his connections.

she finally dismissed the hanger-on who had been leeching off her success for years.

the celebrity's entourage included several hanger-ons seeking freebies and attention.

a persistent hanger-on followed the magnate to every business meeting.

the wealthy businessman attracted many hanger-ons wherever he went.

she was tired of the hanger-ons constantly flattering her for favors.

the famous actress shed her hanger-ons and hired a professional management team.

a hanger-on attempted to insert himself into the important conversation.

the successful entrepreneur was wary of hanger-ons trying to exploit his wealth.

many hanger-ons gathered at the charity event hoping to network with the elite.

the rock star had dozens of hanger-ons camping outside his hotel.

he recognized the hanger-on and asked security to remove him from the party.