Filibusterers

/ˈfɪlɪˌbʌstərərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of filibusterer; multiple people who use obstructive tactics in legislatures or engage in military expeditions.

Etymology

The plural form of filibusterer, maintaining the historical and modern meanings across multiple individuals.

Kelly Says

During America's most contentious political periods, filibusterers weren't fringe players—they were powerful senators who could single-handedly block legislation, making this an embarrassingly common plural in history books.

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