primary
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Platner’s primary opponent, Maine Gov. Janet Mills, suspended her campaign in late April, clearing his path.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Multiple US media outlets, including CNN and NBC News, projected Raman had secured enough votes to advance to the runoff despite the primary ballot count remaining ongoing.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
The primary suite is magnificent, with a floating fireplace and a glass-windowed wall that opens to a private balcony.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
The Labour government, meanwhile, is promising a new equality and diversity strategy with a primary focus on getting working class people joining and progressing in the civil service.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Her sense of style is the primary reason she is invited this evening.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
Vocabulary lists containing primary
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 3
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 2
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