left wing
noun
plural left wings
1
: the leftist division of a group (such as a political party) : the segment of a group (such as a political party) that calls for greater adherence to liberalism (see liberalism sense 2a) or progressivism (see progressivism sense 1)
the left wing of the Democratic Party
2
: political parties and individuals who support or promote political liberalism or progressivism
sometimes, specifically
: such parties and individuals who are deeply opposed to capitalism
Examples of left wing in a Sentence
His nomination is supported by the party's left wing but opposed by the right wing.
the left wing has lost considerable influence in the party, which is now aggressively courting political moderates
Recent Examples on the Web
Early in the first quarter, Stirtz highlighted his off-ball repertoire and spatial awareness in drifting to the left wing for an open 3-pointer — his first of two makes Saturday.
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Latif Love,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2026
Jovic credits playing left wing in local soccer leagues from about ages 6 to 13 for her exceptional, low-to-the-ground footwork.
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Douglas Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
There’s been rotation on the left wing, but the triple-up on the France attack is now very tempting with Ousmane Dembele ($10m), who has amassed three goals and two assists in the tournament to date.
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Holly Shand,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
The 29-year-old's win is another in a series of victories for the left wing of the Democratic Party's coalition in the 2026 primary cycle.
—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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Latif Love,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2026
Jovic credits playing left wing in local soccer leagues from about ages 6 to 13 for her exceptional, low-to-the-ground footwork.
—
Douglas Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
There’s been rotation on the left wing, but the triple-up on the France attack is now very tempting with Ousmane Dembele ($10m), who has amassed three goals and two assists in the tournament to date.
—
Holly Shand,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
The 29-year-old's win is another in a series of victories for the left wing of the Democratic Party's coalition in the 2026 primary cycle.
—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for left wing
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“Left wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/left%20wing. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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