right wing
noun
plural right wings
1
: the segment of a political group that calls for greater adherence to conservatism (see conservatism sense 1b)
the right wing of the Republican Party
2
: political parties and individuals who support or promote political conservatism
sometimes, specifically
: such parties and individuals who are deeply opposed to social liberalism
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His nomination is supported by the party's left wing but opposed by the right wing.
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Sennecke, a 19-year-old right wing, had his first two-goal game Sunday to spark their latest win.
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Eric Stephens, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
There’s a number of refined playmakers on hand led by the French tandem of right wing Delphine Cascarino, who had six assists and five goals, and defensive midfielder Kenza Dali, who put up five goals and three assists.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Justice Minister Yariv Levin is attempting to bar Baharav-Miara – also a frequent target of the right wing – from probing the leak, suggesting the attorney general’s own involvement in the case should also be examined.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Noah Gregor, who was with the Panthers in training camp on a professional tryout and signed a two-way deal ahead of the season, made his Florida debut on the fourth line with center Cole Schwindt and right wing Luke Kunin.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
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Eric Stephens, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
There’s a number of refined playmakers on hand led by the French tandem of right wing Delphine Cascarino, who had six assists and five goals, and defensive midfielder Kenza Dali, who put up five goals and three assists.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Justice Minister Yariv Levin is attempting to bar Baharav-Miara – also a frequent target of the right wing – from probing the leak, suggesting the attorney general’s own involvement in the case should also be examined.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Noah Gregor, who was with the Panthers in training camp on a professional tryout and signed a two-way deal ahead of the season, made his Florida debut on the fourth line with center Cole Schwindt and right wing Luke Kunin.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
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“Right wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20wing. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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