No. 10,499 in French
lobby
A group or organization that seeks to influence decisions or policies, or an entrance hall in a building.
In a sentence
Le lobby de cet hôtel est très spacieux et impressionnant.
The lobby of this hotel is very spacious and impressive.
In this sentence, 'lobby' refers to the physical entrance hall or main reception area in a building, specifically a hotel.
Le lobby des industries pétrolières exerce une grande influence sur la politique énergétique.
The oil industry lobby exerts great influence on energy policy.
Here, 'lobby' represents a group or organization attempting to influence decisions made by government or other authorities, related to advocacy and political lobbying.
Nous avons attendu dans le lobby avant que notre chambre soit prête.
We waited in the lobby before our room was ready.
Again, 'lobby' in this context is the reception or waiting area inside a building, where individuals may stay temporarily.
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