as in conservativeness
attitudes or opinions tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
a radio talk show host who has become for many listeners the national voice of ultraconservatism
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conservatism
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At a forum at Prestonwood Baptist Church, both candidates struck a balance between fiscal conservatism while preparing the county, which is home to some of the nation’s fastest-growing cities, for more development.—
Lilly Kersh,
Dallas Morning News,
24 Feb. 2026 -
Too many in the media see conservatism as a dirty word.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Ultraconservatism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultraconservatism. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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