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NIMBY

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There is 1 meaning of the word Nimby.

Nimby - as a noun

Someone who objects to siting something in their own neighborhood but does not object to it being sited elsewhere; an acronym for not in my backyard

Example Sentences

"The nimby movement opposes the construction of a new airport near their neighborhood."
"The nimby protestors rallied against the establishment of a wind farm in their area."
"The nimby sentiment in the community hindered the installation of cellphone towers."
"The nimby group organized a campaign to stop the expansion of a nearby industrial zone."
"The nimby attitude among locals delayed the development of a new shopping center."
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