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

Porter characterized herself as a minivan driving single mom who would work to take on special interests and refuse to take corporate cash. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026

Both measures are sensible safeguards against greedy lawmakers and powerful special interests like SEIU United Healthcare Workers West, the union pushing the billionaire tax. — Matt Fleming, Oc Register, 13 July 2026

Supporters of the change counter that the governor — who has to answer to a broad base of interests — would be less susceptible to education special interest groups, including teachers unions. — Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026

Mark, too, has always lived in Iowa and had many professions that required a special interest in people. — Alex Zietlow july 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026