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Definition of obstructionism noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

obstructionism

noun

/əbˈstrʌkʃənɪzəm/

/əbˈstrʌkʃənɪzəm/

[uncountable] (formal)

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the practice of trying to prevent a parliament or committee from making progress, passing laws, etc.

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