Barry-cade

Definition

Temporary barriers erected by the U.S. government during the 2013 shutdown to restrict access to national parks and monuments, supposedly costing more to install than to simply leave them open. A symbolic power move that became a political flashpoint.

Example Usage

We wanted to visit the Grand Canyon but the Barry-cades blocked the entrance because of the government shutdown.

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