as in moderate
avoiding major social change or extreme political ideas
several centrist candidates were elected, apparently in a reaction against the extremists
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as in middle-of-the-roader
a person who holds moderate views
the centrists will most likely rally behind the candidate who favors reforming the government program—not abolishing it entirely
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Recent Examples of centrist
Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
In late July, centrist independent US Senator Angus King released a startlingly angry statement.
—Jack Sheehan
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Jenni Reid, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
But many voters in this heartland state remain pragmatic centrists, reflecting their Midwestern sensibilities.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
The roots of the crisis trace back to June 2024, when Macron dissolved the National Assembly and called elections, hoping to strengthen his centrist alliance.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
In late July, centrist independent US Senator Angus King released a startlingly angry statement.
—Jack Sheehan
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
If Bayrou’s minority government collapses, Macron may nominate another prime minister, likely to be a centrist who will face a similar struggle to pass a budget.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
But many voters in this heartland state remain pragmatic centrists, reflecting their Midwestern sensibilities.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for centrist
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Of these, 20 percent believe the effects will be significant, 46 percent expect these to be moderate and 16 percent foresee a minimal impact, with 16 percent unsure and only two percent expecting no impact whatsoever.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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The rain is much needed, as most of the Kansas City forecast area is abnormally dry, with moderate drought conditions creeping closer to its boundaries in mid-Missouri, the weather service said.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Jones detailed new de-icing equipment, dedicated crews, and a central dashboard so all departments can see in real-time how their decisions impact the entire network.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Centrist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centrist. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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