interest group

noun

: a group of persons having a common identifying interest that often provides a basis for action

Examples of interest group in a Sentence

agricultural interest groups are adamantly opposed to the bill
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The governor and Legislature claimed the revisions were necessary to prevent the undue influence of national interest groups and unproven allegations of voter fraud. Mark Dorosin, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 July 2025 And there will always be interest groups who want nothing cut. Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025 Its members include representatives from municipalities, agriculture, industry, public interest groups, and environmental organizations. Stephanie Threinen, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 The lawsuit underscores concerns that public interest groups are struggling to find legal representation due to the chilling effect of Trump's policies. Amanda Castro hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for interest group

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interest group was in 1908

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“Interest group.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interest%20group. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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