illiberal
Example Sentences
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Magyar, a former government insider turned critic, is offering voters a radical break from Orban's self-described "illiberal" system, vowing to crack down on corruption and improve public services.
From Barron's ● Apr. 3, 2026
In countries facing illiberal or outright authoritarian governments, bar associations have often stood as credible, independent advocates for the rule of law.
From Slate ● Apr. 24, 2025
Courageous in his commitment to scientific truth, he espouses opinions that can strike us as elitist and illiberal today.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 12, 2024
Association of School and College Leaders general secretary Geoff Barton called MSLs a "profoundly illiberal policy".
From BBC ● Nov. 28, 2023
It was John Hunter, however, who first established the system on any thing like a rational basis, although his arguments on the subject have led to much doubt and illiberal controversy.
From Curiosities of Medical Experience by J. G. (John Gideon) Millingen
