lame-duck session
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of lame-duck session
An Americanism dating back to 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Manchin mentioned the possibility of attaching it to legislation in a lame-duck session after the election and before the new Congress is sworn into office.
From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024
In the lame-duck session that followed Jefferson's victory in the controversial election of 1800, Adams and the Federalists created a bunch of new federal courts and packed them with supportive judges.
From Salon • Mar. 3, 2024
Arguably the most productive lame-duck session in recent memory came after the 2010 elections.
From New York Times • Dec. 16, 2022
The legislative window right after an election, known as the lame-duck session, is, for many, a time of hope.
From Washington Post • Dec. 6, 2022
Supporters of the president’s nominees applauded the Senate Judiciary Committee for moving on the nominations, even during a lame-duck session.
From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2022
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