G.O.P.

American  

Or GOP

abbreviation

1. Grand Old Party (an epithet of the Republican Party since 1880).

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GOP British  

abbreviation

1. Grand Old Party: a nickname for the Republican Party

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GOP Cultural  

1. Abbreviation of G rand O ld P arty, a nickname for the Republican party in the United States.

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Example Sentences

Although he has stressed that the choice of a running mate is his father’s decision alone, Mr. Trump has said he would be happy with Mr. Vance on the G.O.P. ticket.

From New York Times • Apr. 27, 2024

After his departure next month, Republicans will control 217 House seats to the Democrats’ 213, allowing the G.O.P. to afford only a single defection from the party line on votes when all members are present.

From New York Times • Mar. 22, 2024

Ms. Haley has rallies planned in Detroit and Grand Rapids ahead of G.O.P. contests that begin Tuesday.

From New York Times • Feb. 25, 2024

“That’s a concern for me when your friends don’t help build you up and then question why you’re being torn down,” said Tamara Scott, the G.O.P. committeewoman from Iowa.

From New York Times • Feb. 3, 2024

A full account of the Kennington class was given in the G.O.P.,

From The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, No. 355, October 16, 1886 by Peters, Charles