shadow cabinet
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of shadow cabinet
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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Dame Priti was appointed to Badenoch's shadow cabinet after finishing sixth in the leadership election.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
Reacting to Sir James's announcement, a source said Badenoch "really didn't want James to leave shadow cabinet", but believed "he will be a big asset in London".
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
David was offered a shadow cabinet role but opted to leave British politics altogether, taking up a job as the head of the International Rescue charity in New York in 2013.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Despite nominating former boss Nandy in the 2020 contest to replace him, eventual winner Sir Keir Starmer promoted her into the shadow cabinet as shadow Northern Ireland secretary, before she later became shadow transport secretary.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
He served in Corbyn's shadow cabinet, as shadow home secretary, despite being seen as on the Blairite centre-right of the party.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
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