Likud

[ lee-kood, lee-kood ]

noun

1. a conservative political party in Israel, founded in 1973.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Likud¹

From the Hebrew word likkūdh literally, consolidation

Example Sentences

The controversial legislation, proposed by a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party, applies to first-degree relatives, meaning the parents, siblings or children of those found guilty of committing or supporting terrorism.

From BBC

Gallant, comes from the same political party, Likud, as Netanyahu and could one day challenge his leadership in any future elections.

From BBC

The latest poll gives Likud as many as 25 seats.

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Once seen as a rising star of Likud, Saar left the party and became one of the most vocal critics of the prime minister arguing that Netanyahu should not continue to serve while battling corruption charges.

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A poll for Israel’s Channel 12, released on Sunday night, indicates the Israeli PM's Likud party would win more seats than any other if a general election was held.

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