Definition
Refers to important people or groups in positions of power or control.
有权力的人士（多用复数）
We must wait for the decision of the powers that be before we can proceed with the project.
我们必须等待掌权者的决定，才能继续进行这个项目。
It is said that the powers that be are considering implementing a new policy.
据说掌权者正在考虑实施一项新政策。
The employees are unhappy with the recent decisions made by the powers that be.
员工们对掌权者最近的决定感到不满。