"Limbaughesque" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Limbaughesque [comparative], most Limbaughesque [superlative]
Etymology: From Limbaugh + -esque. Etymology templates: {{affix|en|Limbaugh|-esque}} Limbaugh + -esque Head templates: {{en-adj}} Limbaughesque (comparative more Limbaughesque, superlative most Limbaughesque)
  1. In the style or manner of Rush Limbaugh, a conservative American radio host known for his political rants.
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