blue wall

• Término metafórico que designa el código de silencio o la solidaridad defensiva entre policías, cuando evitan denunciar faltas o delitos cometidos por colegas. También puede referirse al apoyo político colectivo de los sindicatos policiales a ciertos candidatos o políticas.

A metaphorical term referring to the code of silence or protective solidarity among police officers, where they avoid reporting misconduct or crimes committed by fellow officers. It can also refer to the collective political support of police unions for certain candidates or policies.

1. Political voting blocC1formalamerican

   A term used to describe a group of states in the U.S. that have consistently voted for the Democratic Party in presidential elections.

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   • The blue wall was crucial for the Democratic candidate's victory.
   • Analysts are watching whether the blue wall will hold in the upcoming election.
   • Pennsylvania is often considered a key part of the blue wall.

2. Defensive line in hockeyB2informal

   A defensive strategy in ice hockey where players form a line to block the opponent's progress.

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   • The team set up a blue wall to protect their goal.
   • The blue wall prevented the opposing team from scoring.
   • The coach emphasized the importance of maintaining the blue wall.