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A particular political issue that is the focus of political advocacy. / A shadowy group with political power. / A topic of particular interest and passion, particularly for an autistic person.

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special interest

Noun

A particular political issue that is the focus of political advocacy. / A shadowy group with political power. / A topic of particular interest and passion, particularly for an autistic person.

Japanese Meaning

政治的な提言の対象となる特定の議題 / 影の勢力のような、政治的権力を持つ集団（陰謀論的な意味合いも含む） / 自閉症の方々などが特に情熱を持つ、興味のある話題

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The new legislation faced criticism because it appeared to prioritize a special interest over the needs of ordinary citizens.

Google Translation / DeepL Translation

その新法は、一般市民のニーズよりも特定の政治課題を優先しているように見えたため、批判を受けた。

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Sense（1）

A particular political issue that is the focus of political advocacy.

Sense（2）

A shadowy group with political power.

And they're going to get the news--the true news--quickly and simply and entertainingly. And no special interests will be allowed to interfere with the truth of that news.

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