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lobbying

  • present participle of lobby.

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Lobbying is part of the legislative process and can help shape a law.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

On March 11, she woke up to seven missed calls from a friend, warning her that short videos of her had been posted online, under the title: “Dominika Švarc Pipan’s Lobbying Activities.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Lobbying behind-the-scenes, by campaigners and others - including, sources say, by Waters during the recent Welsh government budget process - appears to have triggered a re-think on cuts to funding for the next financial year.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2025

Lobbying groups for airlines, banks and other industries are challenging the rules, according to The Washington Post.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

Lobbying is something we've never been used to; but we've got to scandalize ourselves for Bill Humble's sake.

From The Gentle Grafter by Greening, H. C.