right wing
noun
plural right wings
1
: the segment of a political group that calls for greater adherence to conservatism (see conservatism sense 1b)
the right wing of the Republican Party
2
: political parties and individuals who support or promote political conservatism
sometimes, specifically
: such parties and individuals who are deeply opposed to social liberalism
Examples of right wing in a Sentence
His nomination is supported by the party's left wing but opposed by the right wing.
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Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
The youngster had a part to play in Spain’s opening goal, beating his man on the right wing before crossing into the box.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
The Michigan State finding undermines several myths and misrepresentations about COVID spread by the right wing.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders' PVV party left the governing coalition on Tuesday, in a move that is set to topple the right wing government and will likely lead to new elections.
—Bart H. Meijer, USA Today, 4 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for right wing
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“Right wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20wing. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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