right of center

idiomatic phrase

: having, supporting, or showing conservative views : leaning to the right politically
Her political views are slightly right of center.
often hyphenated when used before a noun
right-of-center parties

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of right of center was in 1937

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“Right of center.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20of%20center. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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