far left

noun

Phrases

the far left

: the group of people whose political views are the most liberal (see liberal entry 1 sense 1b) or progressive (see progressive entry 1 sense 2a)

The nomination is opposed by members of the far left.

—often hyphenated when used before another noun

far-left groups

Examples of far left in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the Texas Legislature, the majority of bills passing are from the far right and far left, Johnson said, because that’s what gets the most attention. — Rachel Royster july 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026

The latter also tend to be dominated by the far left, possibly reflecting a narrower, more partisan electorate – and one that has increasingly clashed with Newsom in recent months. — Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 16 July 2026

Roberts said race isn’t real, but something far left activists are trying to convince others of, Roberts said. — Zuri Primos july 15, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026

Trump’s factual understanding of American history also dovetails closely with that of the far left. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for far left

• bereft
• cleft
• deft
• heft
• theft