在野 (zài yě) — to be in opposition (political), to be out of power
Definition
Political term meaning 'to be out of office / in opposition' — used for a party or politician not currently in power, often waiting to return. The literal 'in the countryside' sense is archaic.
verb
to be in opposition (political)to be out of power
Examples
- 在野。Zhè ge zhèng dǎng yǐ jīng zài yě duō nián le.This political party has been in opposition for many years.
- 在野，。Zài zài yě qī jiān, tā men tí chū le hěn duō gǎi gé fāng àn.During their time in opposition, they proposed many reform plans.
- 在野。Tā zài yě shí shì yí wèi hěn yǒu yǐng xiǎng lì de yì yuán.When he was in opposition, he was a very influential member of parliament.
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