popular front
Americannoun
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a coalition, usually temporary, of leftist and sometimes centrist political parties, formed against a common opponent, as fascism, and promoting social reform.
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any similar political coalition formed to achieve short-term goals.
noun
Etymology
Origin of popular front
1935–40; compare Spanish frente popular, French front populaire
Example Sentences
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Voice cloning is another popular front in AI music production.
From Washington Times • Dec. 26, 2023
The uneven strains of popular front pluralism and idealized communalism that run through midcentury liberalism are reflected in the musical’s songs “Gee Officer Krupke!” and “Somewhere.”
From Slate • Dec. 13, 2021
Somoza’s corruption and violence had alienated even Nicaragua’s business classes, and a broad popular front implemented a mixed economy promoting popular organization, land reform and the socialization of basic services.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 9, 2021
During the fight against apartheid, the ANC organised as a broad popular front, encompassing different ideologies, from traditionalists such as Zuma to communists and capitalists such as Ramaphosa, in the fight against apartheid.
From The Guardian • May 8, 2019
Mr. McCreery, 17, was a popular front runner for the “Idol” crown.
From New York Times • May 25, 2011
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