conservative
Example Sentences
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It is a dramatic change for a largely conservative society with extremely limited experience of immigration from outside Europe.
From Barron's
While Bass is generally considered more conservative than Raman on public safety issues, the two share many of the same policy priorities, particularly around homelessness.
From Los Angeles Times
"He was a conservative man but also a Victorian. He did defy convention in many respects - and a crucial respect in terms of religion - but in other ways he didn't."
From BBC
Over two days in Florida last January, the then-president-elect discussed energy cooperation with Alberta’s conservative leader, Premier Danielle Smith, who later opened the door to a referendum.
Alarfaj said some conservative families have become more strict, taking up the slack as the state backs off of its enforcement of social restrictions.
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