🗣️filibuster

noun, verb
/ˈfɪlɪˌbʌstər/

Meaning

a tactic of delaying legislative action by prolonged speech; to use such a tactic

Example Sentences

The senator filibustered for hours to prevent the bill from passing.

Synonyms

obstruct, delay, stall, impede

Antonyms

expedite, advance

Collocations

filibuster tactic, filibuster session, filibuster vote

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