Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
lobby
IPA transcription: [l'ɑbi]
noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
anteroom, antechamber, entrance_hall, hall, foyer, lobby, vestibule
Meaning:
a large entrance or reception room or area
verb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
lobby, buttonhole
Meaning:
detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors
Usage examples
Lobby
The old Farm Lobby was unbeatable.
So Space Lobby took over completely in its own field.
Baxter had been Feldman's closest friend in the Lobby.
And you've decided your precious Lobby won't save you?"
"She's the daughter of Elmers of Space Lobby!" Chris answered.
Ryan made a deal with Space Lobby, and the two effectively ran the world.
In the lobby he met Drouet, who was just returning from a trip for more cigars.
A man belonged to his Lobby, just as a serf had belonged to his feudal landlord.
By the time the world recovered, America ran it and the Medical Lobby was untouchable.