Filibuster
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What Does Filibuster Mean?
- 阻挠
- 冗长演说
- 拖延战术
Filibuster Pronunciation
/ˈfɪlɪˌbʌstər/
Filibuster Definition
noun
Definition
An action such as prolonged speaking that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly.
In ZH
一种阻碍立法机构进展的行为，比如长时间发言。
How to Use Filibuster in a Sentence
- The senator used a filibuster to delay the vote on the bill.
- During the debate, a filibuster broke out over funding issues.
- They decided to initiate a filibuster against the proposed laws.
- The filibuster was effective in stalling the legislation for weeks.
- Some lawmakers argue that the filibuster is a necessary tool in Congress.
verb
Definition
To engage in the action of obstructing progress in a legislative assembly, especially by prolonged speech.
In ZH
在立法机构中通过长时间发言来阻碍进展的行为。
How to Use Filibuster in a Sentence
- He tried to filibuster to prevent the vote from happening.
- She was known to filibuster whenever her colleagues pushed for a quick decision.
- To filibuster is often seen as a way to voice opposition.
- They decided to filibuster rather than vote on the controversial issue.
- Many politicians find themselves caught in a filibuster during heated debates.