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Likud

American  
[lee-kood, lee-kood] / ˈli kud, liˈkud /

noun

  1. a conservative political party in Israel, founded in 1973.


Etymology

Origin of Likud

From the Hebrew word likkūdh literally, consolidation

Example Sentences

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Likud leader Netanyahu has said he will stand in the next elections, due to be held before the end of 2026.

From Barron's

The mayor of the southern city of Kiryat Gat, Kfir Swisa, who is also a member of Netanyahu's Likud party, on Monday said he was being questioned by police in connection with the case.

From Barron's

Tough rhetoric and domestic pressure on Netanyahu are now anticipated as Israel's parliament begins its winter session, and with an internal election due within the prime minister's Likud party.

From BBC

Among the stream of ministers visiting the site today was Culture Minister Miki Zohar, from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party.

From BBC

Among the stream of ministers visiting the site today to express their outrage was Culture Minister Miki Zohar, from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party.

From BBC