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Vocabulary Entry
filibuster
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A tactic used in legislative contexts to delay or obstruct a vote or decision by prolonging debate.
Example Sentences
"The senator initiated a filibuster to prevent the passage of the controversial bill."
"During the filibuster, the lawmakers spoke for hours on various unrelated topics."
"Many citizens were frustrated by the extended filibuster that stalled progress on healthcare reform."
V
verb
To engage in filibustering; to delay or obstruct legislative action by prolonged speech or debate.
Example Sentences
"The opposition party decided to filibuster the proposed legislation."
"To make his point, he filibustered for nearly twelve hours."
"They threatened to filibuster if their demands were not met."