Crossword Genius

Assert authority, or a theme hint (4,4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

pull rank

(Other definitions for pull rank that I've seen before include "Use the privileges of one's position" , "attempt to exert authority" .)

I've seen this clue in the Universal.
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