borking

/ˈbɔrkɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act of systematically obstructing or defeating a candidate or nominee through intense public criticism or political opposition.
    • Many saw the campaign as a clear case of borking rather than fair debate.
    • The borking of the Supreme Court nominee lasted for weeks in the media.
    • The senator accused the committee of engaging in borking to block the appointment.
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