mugwump in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Mugwump refers to a person who remains aloof or independent, especially in politics, refusing to align with any particular party or faction.
Sample Sentences
- The political landscape was filled with mugwumps who refused to align with either party.
- As a mugwump in the debate, she often found herself at odds with both sides.
- His mugwump attitude during the election frustrated his friends who were passionate about their candidate.
- The term mugwump originated in the late 19th century to describe political independents.
- Despite the growing polarization, a few mugwumps continued to advocate for bipartisan cooperation.