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Definition lobby in British English
lobby
noun
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noun
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Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/ˈlɒbi/
1
an organized group of people who represent a particular area of business or society and try to influence politicians
Example
The government is eager not to upset the powerful farming lobby.
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Example
Pensioners took part in a mass lobby of parliament.
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3
a place in the British parliament building where politicians meet and talk to journalists
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