noun
Uncommon
lobbying
Lobbying (noun) means the activity of trying to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a cause or group. Example: “The company spent heavily on lobbying to block the new tax.”
noun
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The activity of trying to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a cause or group.
"The company spent heavily on lobbying to block the new tax."
"Environmental groups did a lot of lobbying before the new law was debated."
"Her job involves lobbying on behalf of small farmers."
How to use lobbying
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOrganized efforts to persuade lawmakers to support or reject a policy.
Common pairings
corporate lobbying
lobbying efforts
intense lobbying
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- Plural
- lobbyings
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advocacy
influence-peddling
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What does “lobbying” mean?
The word “lobbying” means the activity of trying to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a cause or group. In plain terms, organized efforts to persuade lawmakers to support or reject a policy.
How do you use “lobbying” in a sentence?
Here is “lobbying” used in a sentence: “The company spent heavily on lobbying to block the new tax.”
What part of speech is “lobbying”?
“Lobbying” is a noun.
Is “lobbying” a common word?
“Lobbying” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between lobbying and bribery?
Lobbying is the legal activity of trying to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a cause or group, typically through meetings, information, and persuasion. Bribery, by contrast, involves illegally offering money or favours in exchange for a decision, which is not a legitimate part of lobbying.
Is lobbying legal?
Lobbying itself is a legal and regulated activity in most democratic countries, involving efforts to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a cause or group, though it is often subject to disclosure rules and ethical guidelines.
Who does lobbying, and for whom?
Lobbying is typically carried out by individuals or firms hired to represent the interests of a cause, company, or organization, aiming to influence the decisions of politicians or government officials on that group's behalf.
