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View synonyms for gag rule
gag rule
noun
- any rule restricting open discussion or debate concerning a given issue, especially in a deliberative body.
gag rule
noun
- any closure regulation adopted by a deliberative body
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Word History and Origins
Origin of gag rule1
An Americanism dating back to 1800–10
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Example Sentences
“Judge Merchan could have initiated an inquiry into whether that violated the gag rule or namely, if Trump was responsible for violations of the gag order,” Burbank said.
From Salon
In 1836, near the end of Jackson’s second term, Congress adopted a gag rule that banned any discussion of petitions or legislation related to slavery.
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Trump expanded it into what critics called a “global gag rule,” forbidding foreign aid recipients to even provide information about abortion.
From Los Angeles Times
The judge has imposed a gag rule while he decides the issue.
From Seattle Times
But Musk's lawyers said the SEC had no right to impose an unconstitutional "gag rule" as a condition of settling.
From Reuters
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