blockbusting
US /ˈblɑːkˌbʌs.tɪŋ/
UK /ˈblɑːkˌbʌs.tɪŋ/
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blockbusting, praktik penjualan properti karena ketakutan rasial
the practice of persuading owners to sell property cheaply because of the fear of people of another race or class moving into the neighborhood, and thus profiting by reselling at a higher price
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Historically, blockbusting contributed to racial segregation in many cities.
Secara historis, blockbusting berkontribusi pada segregasi rasial di banyak kota.
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Laws were enacted to prevent blockbusting and protect fair housing.
Undang-undang diberlakukan untuk mencegah blockbusting dan melindungi perumahan yang adil.