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liberal

[lib-er-uhl, lib-ruhl] / ˈlɪb ər əl, ˈlɪb rəl /






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As he sees it, the crisis facing global shipping is a function of the breakdown of the post-World War II liberal international order.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

He was also a longtime Democrat, a married gay man and champion of liberal causes with extremely good connections -- Aretha Franklin sang at his wedding.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Positioned on the liberal wing of the Catholic church, Steven Greydanus, a deacon and prominent commentator, also sees this unusual convergence of opinion.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Simultaneously, Platner has emerged as a routine talking head on the broader liberal podcast circuit.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

“When I was brought before your honor for trial,” she said, “I hoped for a broad and liberal interpretation of the Constitution.”

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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