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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The Eagles raced out to a quick 38-33 advantage on a layup by Jayden Bradner and a 3-pointer by Malachi Knowles, but the Lions responded with a 9-0 run for a 42-38 advantage following a 3-pointer by Sean McCoy from deep along the right wing.
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James Peters, Baltimore Sun, 25 Feb. 2026
Then, when Saka beat Sarr on the right wing and approached the box to cross, Kolo Muani left Eze to drift into danger, with the ball finding the England international to score.
—Elias Burke, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Tom Wilson started on right wing with Celebrini, and McDavid has brought size and physicality — and even fisticuffs — to the Olympics.
—Stephen Whyno, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Another flap from its right wing was found on Pemba Island off Tanzania; Other debris almost certainly from the plane was found from Mauritius to Madagascar.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 22 Feb. 2026
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James Peters, Baltimore Sun, 25 Feb. 2026
Then, when Saka beat Sarr on the right wing and approached the box to cross, Kolo Muani left Eze to drift into danger, with the ball finding the England international to score.
—Elias Burke, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Tom Wilson started on right wing with Celebrini, and McDavid has brought size and physicality — and even fisticuffs — to the Olympics.
—Stephen Whyno, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Another flap from its right wing was found on Pemba Island off Tanzania; Other debris almost certainly from the plane was found from Mauritius to Madagascar.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 22 Feb. 2026
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“Right wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20wing. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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