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Definition of 'consumer group'

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consumer group in British

(kənˈsjuːmə ɡruːp)
noun
an organization that campaigns for the rights of consumers
Two consumer groups released a scathing report on Wednesday blaming Wall Street lobbyists for the current economic woes.
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Consumer groups report a surge in the number of unsolicited cheques being posted. Times, Sunday Times (2009)Consumer groups say parents are left baffled by differing sizes and prices and end up paying more. The Sun (2015)Consumer groups say that it needs to use these powers soon because companies are not fearful enough of regulatory action. Times, Sunday Times (2011)Banks were also criticised in a report by consumer group Which? Times, Sunday Times (2012)Consumer groups say the best bet is to buy a global Sim card which you can slip into the back of your mobile. Times, Sunday Times (2006)Their victory follows the largest consumer group legal battle in UK history. The Sun (2010)The triumph follows the largest consumer group litigation in UK legal history. The Sun (2010)Next week, a report by the consumer group Which? Times, Sunday Times (2015)Loan firms argue that the credit is intended only for short-term use but a report from consumer group Which? The Sun (2012)

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Used Rarely. consumer group is in the lower 50% of commonly used words in the Collins dictionary

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Nearby words of 'consumer group'

  • consumer durable
  • consumer electronics
  • consumer goods
  • consumer group
  • consumer market
  • consumer price index
  • consumer protection

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Definition of consumer group from the Collins English Dictionary

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