leftists

noun

plural of leftist
as in socialists

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  1. socialists
  2. communists
  3. pinks
Noun
  • The Democratic establishment, shaken by the rise of progressive socialists, is right to wonder where this wave might lead.
    — David M. Drucker, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
  • In addition, leftists and progressives have urged candidates to embrace more populist positions after democratic socialists won a handful of primaries in Colorado and New York.
    — Lia Russell July 14, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of socialists
Noun
  • Now, none of the Democratic socialists who are on the ballot identify as communists.
    — Dana Taylor, USA Today, 14 July 2026
  • To be clear, the Democratic Party has not been taken over by communists.
    — Nik Popli, Time, 13 July 2026
Definition of communists
Noun
  • Flowers in shades of gentle pinks and purples have an enduring appeal and can make just as much of an impact as bolder colors.
    — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026
  • And, unlike in past summers, when opaque pinks and nudes covered up the nails like foundation, this season’s trending formulas act like light, translucent tints.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 9 July 2026
Definition of pinks
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