blue wall

• Terme métaphorique désignant le code du silence ou la solidarité protectrice au sein de la police, où les agents évitent de signaler les fautes ou crimes commis par leurs collègues. Il peut aussi renvoyer au soutien politique collectif des syndicats policiers envers certains candidats ou politiques.

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.

   mur bleu

   • 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.