a name to conjure with
a name to conjure with
a person who is important within a particular sphere of activity
The image here is of magically summoning a spirit to do your bidding by invoking a powerful name or using a spell.
1954 - Iris Murdoch - Under the Net - His name, little known to the public, is one to conjure with in Hollywood.
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