A broad church

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noun

A group or organization that welcomes and accepts a wide range of beliefs or viewpoints.

The political party aimed to be a broad church, incorporating a range of views from left to right.
Visual representation of "a broad church" - A group or organization that welcomes and accepts a wide range of beliefs or viewpoints.

Often appears as...

  • political broad church
  • broad church of beliefs

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Idiomatic

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Metaphorical Use

The term originated from religion but is now used metaphorically in various contexts.

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This music festival is a broad church, inviting genres from jazz to electronica.
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Inclusiveness

It emphasizes inclusivity and diversity within a group or organization.

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Our book club is a broad church, encouraging readers of all interests.
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Unity Despite Diversity

It suggests harmony and common purpose despite different opinions.

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The charity remained a broad church, uniting volunteers of varied political beliefs.
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