How to Pronounce 'FILIBUSTER' - English Pronunciation

In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word filibuster. This word can be used both as a noun and as a verb. As a noun, it refers to a speech that avoids the progress in a legislative assembly while not technically being illegal or unlawful. As a verb, it describes the action of acting in an obstructive manner in legislature. The word originates from the Dutch vrijbuiter meaning freebooter.

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How to Pronounce 'FILIBUSTER' - English Pronunciation

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