der Linksruck
Translation
shift to the left, lurch to the left
Examples
In der Politik gab es einen deutlichen Linksruck.
There was a clear shift to the left in politics.
Der Linksruck der Partei überraschte viele Wähler.
The party's lurch to the left surprised many voters.
Grammar Patterns
to experience/see a shift to the left The society experienced a clear shift to the left.
Similar Words
Linkswende, Linkstrend; Antonyms: Rechtsruck
Etymology
Composed of 'links' (left) and 'Ruck' (jerk, jolt). Literally means a 'jerk to the left'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a car suddenly jerking (Ruck) to the left (links). This represents a sudden political shift.