liberal
adjective
favorable to progress or reform, as in political or religious affairs.
liberals
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pluralof liberal.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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In their coalition agreement for governing the city, the Social Democrats and liberals pledged to expand public toilet provision and examine whether public toilets could be made free for everyone.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
Five justices — Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett, along with the three liberals — upheld the constitutionality of the 14th Amendment’s citizenship clause.
From Salon ● Jul. 1, 2026
Justice Amy Coney Barrett and Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. joined with the three liberals to form the majority.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
The TV show “The West Wing” defined a generation of liberals.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026
Then he gazed at the people gathered around him: liberals and conservatives, blacks and whites, men and women, middle-class and poor.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
