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pressure group

–noun
an interest group that attempts to influence legislation through the use of lobbying techniques and propaganda.

Origin:
1925–30
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pressure group

An organized group that tries to influence the government to adopt certain policies or measures. Also called an interest group. (See lobby.)

The American Heritage® New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
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