full-court press

noun

Definitions

  1. A coordinated maneuver, involving all team members, to block or interfere with the…

    A coordinated maneuver, involving all team members, to block or interfere with the opposing team's attempt to advance the ball down the playing court, so as to force a turnover or backcourt violation.

  2. A thorough, collaborative effort to overcome or constrain another person or group,…

    A thorough, collaborative effort to overcome or constrain another person or group, especially a rival or opponent.

    • The White House has been engaged in a full court press to prevent other Republican senators from voting for any one of these amendments.

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