Centrist (noun)

1. A person or organization that holds moderate political views, avoiding extremes of either the left or the right.
2. A person who is not committed to a particular ideology or political party and instead holds views that are closer to the center of the political spectrum.

Origin:

Derived from the adjective 'central' meaning located in the middle, the term 'centrist' has been in use since the 20th century.

Examples:

1. The centrist party played a key role in the formation of the coalition government.
2. The centrist candidate gained popularity with voters who were tired of the extreme positions of the other parties.
3. The centrist economist was respected for his ability to find solutions that took into account the views of both sides of the debate.
4. The centrist policy was designed to address the needs of both the rich and the poor.
5. The centrist newspaper was well-regarded for its balanced coverage of the political landscape.