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CDU

British

abbreviation

Christlich-Demokratische Union: a German (until 1990 West German) political party

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Etymology

Origin of CDU

German: Christian Democratic Union

Example Sentences

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Reiche, from Merz's centre-right CDU party, noted however that recent data suggested "we are now seeing a significant recovery".

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Speaking alongside Merz, SPD Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said his party agreed with Merz's centre-right CDU that there had to be changes to the ban.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

But the CDU, CSU and SPD coalition have a narrow majority with 328 seats – just a dozen more than the minimum required.

From BBC • May 5, 2025

So who knows what the CDU will do in the future.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2025

Merz, who has led the CDU/CSU parliamentary group since 2022, was greeted with cheers when he stepped onto the stage at the CDU headquarters in Berlin following Sunday's exit poll results.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2025

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