The act of applying closure, especially in legislative bodies to limit debate and force a vote; or the process of bringing something to a close.
Present participle of 'closure' as a verb. Parliamentary usage emerged in the 19th century when British legislators needed to combat unlimited debate tactics.
Closuring in parliament is political drama—supporters say it's essential for governance, opponents call it tyranny of the majority, and the tension between these views shaped modern democratic institutions worldwide.
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