Synonyms of special interest

special interest

noun

as in interest

a group of people with a common identifying interest that they seek to protect and promote

promised that as governor he would never be beholden to special interests

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interest
• interest group
• pressure group
• vested interest
• political action committee

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of special interest

That means candidates would be less beholden to special interests since no money is needed for a primary campaign. — Paul Haughey, Mercury News, 27 June 2026

In the first half of 2026, Republican-leaning donors gave $880 million, compared to $290 million from Democratic-leaning givers and $200 million from bipartisan and special interest groups. — Eric Lau, Washington Post, 25 June 2026

Ever since the Haitian revolutionaries first rebelled against the French in 1791, the proslavery and imperialist powers of Europe and the Americas had a special interest in ensuring that Haiti failed. — Julia Gaffield, The Conversation, 15 June 2026

Joseph also criticized the inability of lawmakers to work across the aisle to pass legislation that would help residents rather than focusing on the priorities of special interests. — Miami Herald, 11 June 2026