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Term: filibustered

Description:

Filibustered is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "filibuster." It refers to the act of obstructing or delaying a legislative process by making lengthy speeches or engaging in other obstructive tactics.

Senses and Usages:

1. Verb - To obstruct or delay a legislative process:

Example Sentence: The minority party filibustered the bill in an attempt to prevent its passage.

2. Verb - To engage in prolonged speaking to prevent a vote:

Example Sentence: Senator Davis filibustered for over 13 hours to prevent the passing of the controversial law.

3. Verb - To obstruct or delay a process other than legislation:

Example Sentence: The protesters' actions effectively filibustered the construction of the new highway.

4. Adjective - Describing something related to the act of filibustering:

Example Sentence: The filibustered bill still awaits a final vote in the Senate.

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