three-line whip
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Former prime minister Theresa May defied a three-line whip to vote against the government to preserve the modern slavery protections her government brought in.
From BBC • Jul. 14, 2023
He said the party was voting "no" on Labour's motion, enforcing what's known as a three-line whip.
From BBC • Oct. 19, 2022
But even if that’s not you, festive cheer is a three-line whip this year.
From The Guardian • Dec. 18, 2019
Party enforcers will impose a "three-line whip", their strictest order for lawmakers to back a vote or face disciplinary action.
From Reuters • May 16, 2013
Members dwelling temporarily on the Western Front had reluctantly torn themselves from their dug-outs on the receipt of a three-line whip, and had repaired post-haste to Westminster.
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, August 1, 1917. by Various
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