as in interests
a group that benefits from a particular social, economic, or political privilege
changes to the tax laws being challenged by vested interests
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Forecasters said interests elsewhere in Haiti, the Dominican Republic and Cuba should monitor the progress of Melissa.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025 -
Tesla’s board said the package is needed keep him focused on Tesla given all his other holdings and interests.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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So, yeah, there are losers in the process, and, throughout history, elites and interest groups have sought to block creative destruction.—
NPR,
NPR,
14 Oct. 2025
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The winners will span content topics and categories, from fashion or makeup to sports and entertainment, allowing for a wide array of honorees across interest groups, reflecting the larger Instagram community.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Oct. 2025
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Off-cycle elections also increase costs and amplify the influence of special interests.—
Pioneer Press elections team,
Twin Cities,
16 Oct. 2025
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There are numerous examples of local governments collaborating with their special interests allies to place citizen initiatives on the ballot.—
Jon Coupal,
Oc Register,
13 Oct. 2025
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Nearly 72% of censorship attempts in 2024 were initiated by pressure groups and decision makers who have been swayed by them.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Vested interests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vested%20interests. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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