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reds

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛdz// UK //ɹˈɛdz// reds Archaic Informal

n. a casual way to talk about people or groups with left-wing political views, like communists or socialists. It can also refer to sports teams that wear red uniforms.

n. a colloquial and often derogatory term for communists, socialists, or those with radical left-wing political affiliations. In a sporting context, it serves as a common nickname for various teams that play in red kits.


SIMPLE

The newspaper warned about the influence of the reds in the government.

CONTEXTUAL

During the mid-20th century, many people in the West feared that the reds were infiltrating local labor unions.

COMPLEX

The political commentator argued that labeling every moderate reformer as one of the reds was a reductive tactic designed to stifle nuanced debate on social welfare.

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Usually plural; when used politically, it often carries a historical or dismissive tone.

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