as in liberalism
a political belief stressing progress, the essential goodness of humankind, and individual freedom
the left wing has lost considerable influence in the party, which is now aggressively courting political moderates
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Recent Examples of left wing
The left wing of the Democratic party isn’t particular fans of mine either.
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Dana Afana, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Fafa Picault got the start on the left wing Saturday with Luis Suarez up top and Benja Cremaschi started in the midfield along with Tadeo Allende, Segovia, and Busquets.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2025
Grill also showcased his marksmanship from distance, drilling three 3-pointers from the top of the key and one deep ball from the left wing.
—Andy Theobald, Kansas City Star, 19 July 2025
Mamdani’s June upset in the Democratic primary against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo was one of the most seismic victories of the party’s left wing in recent years, reinvigorating the argument that progressivism can be a winning message in U.S. cities.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2025
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Dana Afana, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Fafa Picault got the start on the left wing Saturday with Luis Suarez up top and Benja Cremaschi started in the midfield along with Tadeo Allende, Segovia, and Busquets.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2025
Grill also showcased his marksmanship from distance, drilling three 3-pointers from the top of the key and one deep ball from the left wing.
—Andy Theobald, Kansas City Star, 19 July 2025
Mamdani’s June upset in the Democratic primary against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo was one of the most seismic victories of the party’s left wing in recent years, reinvigorating the argument that progressivism can be a winning message in U.S. cities.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for left wing
Noun
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But in this history, Thompson and Klein, bard of the Times’ daily podcast, make a legible case for the failings of 20th century liberalism.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
27 Aug. 2025
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So why has the New Haven Ivy—considered a bastion of liberalism for the past decade—felt none of his wrath?—
Clara Molot,
Air Mail,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Anchoring the offensive line will be senior left tackle Dylan Knutson, while two of the returning starters tasked with making the passing game hum will be senior tight end Luke Pasquesi and junior wide receiver Jack Burger (4 TDs).—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
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That analysis is shared by many on the left, particularly following the announcement by current Chancellor Rachel Reeves in March on extra welfare cuts after the OBR questioned whether a previous package of cuts would save as much as Reeves was claiming.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Left wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/left%20wing. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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