Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

special-interest group

[spesh-uhl in-ter-ist, in-trist] / ˈspɛʃ əl ˈɪn tər ɪst, ˈɪn trɪst /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In the past, these kinds of issues were generally debated throughout campaigns; veterans today increasingly resemble a special-interest group.

From Time • Sep. 6, 2016

A denouncement from a special-interest group like One Million Moms, which recommended boycotting J.C.

From Washington Post • Jun. 27, 2012

With the U.S. longevity rate increasing, a new special-interest group made itself felt more strongly than ever.

From Time Magazine Archive

To some observers, the reaction from the scientific community is little more than the pleadings of another special-interest group trying to preserve its privileges.

From Time Magazine Archive

I went through three years of budget surplus, and that was difficult, because every special-interest group wants that money.

From Time Magazine Archive




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "special-interest group" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com