filibuster in Danish

filibuster in Danish is fribytter, filibuster — filibuster means a tactic used in a legislature — typically extended, often irrelevant speeches — to stall a vote or block a decision.

filibuster in Danish

fribytter

noun

(historical) A mercenary soldier; a freebooter; specifically, a mercenary who travelled illegally in an organized group from the United States to a country in Central America or the Spanish West Indies in the mid-19th century seeking economic and political benefits through armed force.

filibuster

noun

(US politics) A tactic (such as giving long, often irrelevant speeches) employed to delay the proceedings of, or the making of a decision by, a legislative body, particularly the United States Senate.

What does "filibuster" mean?

noun A tactic used in a legislature — typically extended, often irrelevant speeches — to stall a vote or block a decision.
"The senator held the floor for twelve hours in a filibuster against the bill."
verb To use such delaying tactics in a legislative body.
"They vowed to filibuster the nomination until it was withdrawn."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

filibuster in a sentence

The senator held the floor for twelve hours in a filibuster against the bill.
Opponents threatened a filibuster to prevent the vote from ever happening.
They vowed to filibuster the nomination until it was withdrawn.

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "filibuster" in Danish?

"filibuster" in Danish is fribytter, filibuster. filibuster means: A tactic used in a legislature — typically extended, often irrelevant speeches — to stall a vote or block a decision.

How do you use "filibuster" in a sentence?

Example: "The senator held the floor for twelve hours in a filibuster against the bill." In Danish, "filibuster" is fribytter, filibuster.

Are there other ways to say "filibuster" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 2 translations listed for "filibuster": fribytter, filibuster.

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