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n. - The trait of being generous in behavior and temperament; An inclination to favor progress and individual freedom.

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  • In the general election, her perceived liberalness is her biggest liability.
  • He was ranked the most liberal senator in the senate but the evaluation of his "liberalness" was not subjective.
  • As the title of the book and context suggest, it's a criticism of the "liberalness" of American universities, with Black making comments like:
  • Are these women single because of their liberalness?
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