Meaning of Awkward Bench | Babel Free
Definitions
The front row of seats below the gangway on the Labour side of the House of Commons, where rebel MPs often sit.
UK, slang
Examples
“Described as 'a sabre-toothed growler on Labour's awkward bench' (Robert Hardman), he sits alongside Dennis Skinner a mere arm's length from the Chief Whip, whom, in opposition during the 1992 Parliament, he defied 52 times, […]”
“I am pleased that he is on the awkward Bench and hope to see him here in future.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.