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 right wing rallied around killers like Kyle Rittenhouse, who shot three protesters in Kenosha, making Rittenhouse a minor celebrity on the right wing speaking circuit.
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Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 12 June 2026
With the right wing coming back and the Turkish and Arab communities being attacked?
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 June 2026
Bukayo Saka is another key piece on the right wing and comes in on a roll after his goal sent Arsenal into the UEFA Champions League final.
—Esteban Campanela, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
Yet, before that match Brahim was the player of the tournament, guiding Morocco to the final with his five goals and creativity down the right wing.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 5 June 2026
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Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 12 June 2026
With the right wing coming back and the Turkish and Arab communities being attacked?
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 June 2026
Bukayo Saka is another key piece on the right wing and comes in on a roll after his goal sent Arsenal into the UEFA Champions League final.
—Esteban Campanela, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
Yet, before that match Brahim was the player of the tournament, guiding Morocco to the final with his five goals and creativity down the right wing.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 5 June 2026
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“Right wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20wing. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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