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lunatic fringe

/ˈluːnətɪk frɪndʒ/

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/ˈluːnətɪk frɪndʒ/C1informalpolitical
  • ruТермин, обозначающий небольшое, экстремальное или радикальное меньшинство внутри более крупной группы, часто характеризующееся нетрадиционными или фанатичными взглядами.

A term referring to a small, extreme, or radical minority within a larger group, often characterized by unconventional or fanatical views.

  1. Extreme minorityC1informal

    A small, often vocal group of people with extreme or radical views, typically within a larger political or social movement.

    ruРадикальное меньшинство

    • The lunatic fringe of the party called for a revolution.
    • Most scientists reject the claims made by the lunatic fringe.
    • The politician tried to distance himself from the lunatic fringe of his supporters.