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Lobbyismus

lobbyism; the practice of lobbying

noun lo-bee-IS-mus Rare

Origin: from English lobby

Usage Note

Lobbyismus is the broader concept or phenomenon of interest-group influence on politics; it has a slightly more negative connotation than Lobbyarbeit, often used critically when referring to improper influence.

Examples

"Kritiker sehen im Lobbyismus eine Bedrohung für die Demokratie."

Natural Translation

Critics see lobbyism as a threat to democracy.

Literal Translation

Critics see in lobbyism a threat for the democracy.

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