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Rechtsruck
/ˈʁɛçt͡sˌʁʊk/
political shift to the right
Die Partei erlebte einen Rechtsruck in den letzten Jahren.
The party experienced a shift to the right in recent years.
political
A political or societal shift toward more conservative, nationalist, or right-wing ideologies.
Der Rechtsruck in der Gesellschaft beunruhigt viele Liberale.
The shift to the right in society worries many liberals.
Often used to describe changes in political parties, governments, or public opinion.
Collocations
ein deutlicher Rechtsrucka clear shift to the rightder Rechtsruck in der Politikthe shift to the right in politics
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Pro Tip
Context Matters
This term is often used critically to describe unwanted conservative shifts.
Gold Rule
Political Context
Always use this term in discussions about political or societal changes.
Word Origin
From 'Rechts' (right) + 'Ruck' (shift or movement), referring to a movement toward right-wing politics.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in political and sociological discussions to describe ideological changes.
Word Breakdown
Rechts
right (political)
rootRuck
shift or movement
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