bloc

/blɑk/
noun
  1. A group of countries, political parties, or people who act together because they share similar interests or goals.
    • The voting bloc of young people could decide the election.
    • A bloc of senators voted against the new law.
    • The trade bloc agreed to lower tariffs between member nations.
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