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fixer
The term carries a sharp duality depending on the social sphere. In political or corporate contexts, it suggests a shadowy figure operating in the margins of legality, evoking a sense of secrecy, manipulation, and the exercise of hidden power to erase mistakes or silence scandals.
In domestic or technical settings, the word shifts toward a positive connotation of competence and resourcefulness. When referring to photography, it is a purely technical term for a chemical agent, devoid of the moral ambiguity associated with the human roles.
Meanings
A person who uses their influence and connections to resolve problems or arrange deals, often through unofficial or illicit means.
The politician hired a professional fixer to handle the scandal quietly.
Examples
The politician hired a fixer to make the scandal disappear.
I need a fixer who can get us a meeting with the minister by tomorrow.
He is the kind of fixer who knows exactly which palms to grease.
My uncle was a handy fixer who could repair any appliance in the house.
She is a natural fixer and cannot resist trying to mend broken things.
I should call a professional fixer for this leak before the floor rots.
After the developer, the film must be placed in the fixer to stop the process.
The photo faded because the fixer was not applied correctly.