special interest
noun
: a person or group seeking to influence legislative or government policy to further often narrowly defined interests
especially
: lobby
Examples of special interest in a Sentence
promised that as governor he would never be beholden to special interests
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As a result, its decrees have too often been at odds with the best interests of both wildlife and the general public, instead skewing to appease special interests like vocal hunting groups or the building industry.
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Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Not imposed on the citizenry by narrow special interests.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Organizations can also use dedicated channels to support cultural values and special interests, such wellness, professional development or technology.
—Andrea Aker, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
The discussion of the split on Dec. 19 in executive session without posting an item of such special interest to the public on the agenda was a likely violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act, according to lawyers specializing in the legislation.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2025
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Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Not imposed on the citizenry by narrow special interests.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Organizations can also use dedicated channels to support cultural values and special interests, such wellness, professional development or technology.
—Andrea Aker, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
The discussion of the split on Dec. 19 in executive session without posting an item of such special interest to the public on the agenda was a likely violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act, according to lawyers specializing in the legislation.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for special interest
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“Special interest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20interest. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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