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obstructionism

obstructionismnoun

Translations

obstructionnismeSurtout en politique, pour désigner une stratégie de blocage ou de retardement volontaire.

The senator's obstructionism was evident as he continuously filibustered to block the passage of the bill.

L'obstructionnisme du sénateur était évident, car il pratiquait sans cesse le filibuster pour bloquer l'adoption du projet de loi.

Definitions

The practice of deliberately delaying or preventing a process or change, especially in a legislative context, through the use of procedural devices.

The senator's obstructionism was evident as he continuously filibustered to block the passage of the bill.

A policy or attitude of deliberately hindering or delaying progress or action in any field of activity.

Management accused the union of obstructionism when negotiations came to a standstill.

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