purdah

Example Sentences

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Nesbitt said the law cannot be changed due to purdah, which is a period in the run up to an election when no new ministerial policies can be introduced.

From BBC

Abida had a fierce, independent streak even as a child and rebelled against her grandmother when she forced her into purdah at the age of 13.

From BBC

"My intention would not be to stay right up until polling day because purdah will kick in and there will be other stages as well," he said.

From BBC

It is startling to think that it is only eight months since Alonso was in purdah under Lampard and Chelsea was running the risk of missing out on qualifying for the Champions League.

From New York Times

“What is the concept of purdah?” he said, using a term that refers to the practice of seclusion, veiling or concealing dress for women in some South Asian communities.

From New York Times