(US) A policy of the U.S. military from 1993 to 2011, which barred openly gay, lesbian, or bisexual people from serving in the military, while also barring discrimination against closeted gays, lesbians, and bisexuals.
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(slang, informal) Used to politely or indirectly ask someone to stop doing something, conveying a hint of frustration or annoyance depending on the context.
(by extension, informal, humorous) To refuse to answer a question, or refuse to speak especially when the response would be embarrassing or uncomfortable.
To refuse to allow.
(slang, figurative) Stay focused on a discussion or task; maintain the course of action.
(by extension, often humorous) Applied to various other policies that prohibit a behavior but also discourage investigation of it.
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