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

"To not even be able to express opposition to the law whilst still complying with it seems to be very un-British, extremely illiberal and unnecessarily draconian," he said.

From BBC • Oct. 25, 2023

The most respectable characters have withdrawn themselves, and are succeeded by a great majority of illiberal and violent men.

From The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution by Stark, James H.