cloture

Definition of "cloture"
  1. A process in legislative proceedings used to end or limit discussions by demanding a vote
How to use "cloture" in a sentence
  1. The senator invoked cloture to stop the filibuster and advance the bill.
  2. Cloture was used to limit the debate on the proposed constitutional amendment.
  3. The legislative body was unable to proceed until cloture was implemented.
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