inside-the-beltway

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Definition of inside-the-beltway in English English dictionary

Of or relating to things that occur in Washington, D.C., usually in relation to United States national politics

Of or relating to New Zealand politics in the capital city of Wellington, New Zealand

Out of touch with sentiments of persons living outside of Washington, D.C

pertaining to the political and social environment of Washington DC (refers to the beltway, a highway that encircles Washington DC)

Etymology

() Derives from the Beltway, a highway that encircles Washington, D.C. Transferred to New Zealand