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nimbyism

Noun

Meaning

nimbyism (uncountable)

(chiefly derogatory) The ideology of a nimby.
Are the objections to the airport legitimate or is it just a case of nimbyism?

NIMBYism (uncountable)

Alternative letter-case form of nimbyism

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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Examples

Mr. Pedroza placed some of the blame on NIMBYism, and said the upcoming Village South development would be an opportunity to build “smaller, more affordable homes” in town. Source: Internet

In an argument central to NIMBYism, many have even said they don’t oppose creating shelters for the homeless, just this particular one. Source: Internet

Wakai also expressed concern that NIMBYism will upend the wind and solar farms the state needs. Source: Internet

It is, of course, the case that there may be an element of Nimbyism involved. Source: Internet

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