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liberal

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






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He advised students in liberal arts to major in law, accounting, or Chinese literature, reasoning that these fields most commonly led to recruitment after civil service exams.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

That simple assertion touches on a sensitive issue for both the conservative and liberal wings of the court.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

And during oral arguments in January, both the liberal and conservative flanks of the court expressed doubts in the government’s claim that Trump could oust Cook on the basis of an unproven allegation.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

The character could hardly be further from the real Penn, whose liberal views and social activism have led him to adventures that seem straight out of a movie.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Even so, the law firm was far more liberal than most.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela