0 the activity of trying to control who gets particular resources, power, or opportunities, and who does not:
The challenge arises when one parent is sure his or her way is the only "right" way, resulting in the other parent being cut out of the decision-making process. That's where gatekeeping begins.
Streaming platforms are also able to offer preferential treatment to certain songs and artists, though the gatekeeping isn't as severe as with commercial radio stations.
It is argued that traditional publishing offers some degree of gatekeeping—i.e. only good books make it into print.
Large record labels have lost so much gatekeeping ability due to the Internet revolution.
Very clear gatekeeping procedures and stringent setting of priorities will be needed to prevent overspending.
