far right

noun

Phrases

the far right

: the group of people whose political views are the most conservative (see conservative entry 1 sense 1a)

The nomination is opposed by members of the far right.

—often hyphenated when used before another noun

far-right groups

Examples of far right in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web At risk of collapsing before the year is out, the new lineup will have to do a delicate dance with the far right in order to survive. —

Saskya Vandoorne, CNN, 24 Sep. 2024 The far right, meanwhile, enjoys unprecedented influence in government. —

Omar M. Dajani, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2024

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