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FILIBUSTER

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Filibuster.

How to pronounce filibuster:

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Filibuster - as a noun

A legislator who gives long speeches in an effort to delay or obstruct legislation that he (or she) opposes

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
filibusterer

(law) a tactic for delaying or obstructing legislation by making long speeches

Filibuster - as a verb

Obstruct deliberately by delaying

Example Sentences

"The senator launched a filibuster to block the passage of the bill."
"The opposition party used a filibuster to delay the confirmation process."
"The filibuster lasted for hours as the senator refused to yield the floor."
"The filibuster effectively halted any progress on the legislation."
"The senator's filibuster drew media attention and public scrutiny."
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Word Game Points

Is FILIBUSTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, filibuster is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FILIBUSTER has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is FILIBUSTER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, filibuster is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FILIBUSTER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is FILIBUSTER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, filibuster is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FILIBUSTER has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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