Pronunciation: /ˈlɑbiɪŋ/
noun the act of attempting to influence or persuade someone in authority, especially legislators
A1 Lobbying is when people try to influence government decisions.
A2 Some companies engage in lobbying to promote their interests.
B1 There are regulations in place to monitor lobbying activities.
B2 Successful lobbying can lead to changes in public policy.
C1 The lobbying efforts of special interest groups can have a significant impact on legislation.
C2 Many politicians have been accused of being influenced by powerful lobbying groups.
verb to try to influence or persuade someone in authority, especially legislators
A1 She is lobbying for better school lunches for the students.
A2 The environmental group is lobbying the government to pass stricter pollution laws.
B1 The company is lobbying to change the regulations that affect their industry.
B2 The union is lobbying for higher wages and better working conditions for its members.
C1 The pharmaceutical industry is lobbying Congress to pass a bill that benefits their interests.
C2 The lobbyists are skilled at influencing policymakers through strategic lobbying efforts.
formal The company engaged in lobbying efforts to influence government policy.
informal The group is lobbying for better recycling programs in our city.
slang They're trying to lobby for more vacation days at work.
figurative She's been lobbying for a promotion for months now.
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