Word
lobbying
Phoneticslob·by·ing
US/ˈɫɑbiɪŋ/
UK/lˈɒbɪɪŋ/
Definition
n. the activity of talking to politicians or officials to persuade them to support a specific cause or law.
n. the organised process of influencing legislative or administrative decisions by individuals or interest groups.
Examples
“The group is lobbying for better protection of the local forests.”
“After months of intense lobbying by tech companies, the government decided to delay the new data privacy law.”
“Effective lobbying requires a sophisticated understanding of the legislative calendar and the ability to present complex economic data as a benefit to the politician's own constituents.”
Examples
simple
“The group is lobbying for better protection of the local forests.”
contextual
“After months of intense lobbying by tech companies, the government decided to delay the new data privacy law.”
complex
“Effective lobbying requires a sophisticated understanding of the legislative calendar and the ability to present complex economic data as a benefit to the politician's own constituents.”
Usage
Often used with the preposition 'for' or 'against' a specific policy.
Teaching tip
While often used neutrally in political science, in general conversation it can carry a negative connotation of unfair influence.
Real-World Examples
“The Premier League and refereeing body Pro Ref – formerly PGMOL – are understood to be lobbying Ifab over relaxing the rules that prevent live audio from being broadcast.” “The paper says the call comes as the financial services sector is preparing for a pre-Budget lobbying campaign.” Synonyms
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