special interest

• Expression utilisée pour désigner un sujet, une activité ou une cause particulière pour laquelle quelqu'un éprouve une passion ou un dévouement intense, souvent très poussé. Dans un contexte politique, elle peut aussi désigner un groupe ou une organisation cherchant à influencer les politiques dans son propre intérêt.

A phrase used to describe a particular subject, activity, or cause that someone is especially passionate about or dedicated to, often to an intense degree. In political contexts, it can also refer to a group or organization that seeks to influence policy in its favor.

1. Personal hobby or passionA2formal

   An activity, subject, or topic that someone finds particularly interesting and enjoys learning about or doing.

   centre d'intérêt personnel

   • Her special interest is collecting vintage stamps.
   • He has a special interest in astronomy and spends weekends stargazing.
   • The club is for people with a special interest in gardening.

2. Focused advocacy groupB2formal

   A group of people or an organization that tries to influence political decisions or public opinion in favor of a particular cause or industry.

   groupe d'intérêt

   • The new law was heavily lobbied for by special interest groups.
   • Special interests in the oil industry opposed the environmental regulations.
   • The senator was accused of serving special interests rather than the public.