Filibustered
/ˈfɪlɪˌbʌstərd/
Definitions
- (v.) Past tense of filibuster, meaning to delay legislative action by prolonged speechmaking or other obstructionist tactics.
The senator filibustered the bill for hours to prevent its passage.
Forms
- filibuster
- filibustering
Related terms
Commentary
The term is commonly used in parliamentary law to describe a tactic to delay or block legislative decisions; understanding its base form 'filibuster' is key for legal clarity.
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