contests

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Reform was in its infancy the last time these councils in England were up for election, and when the national contests in Scotland and Wales took place.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Puerto Ricans living in the territory can vote in all contests except federal general elections.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

At the same time, Beretta has agreed to a three-year standstill, during which it won’t initiate or support proxy contests or similar activist actions, Ruger said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

For the past 10 years Thilothama has returned to Koovagam, where a beauty pageant and singing contests are held alongside religious rituals.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

“I might be a disgrace as a mother, but you’re not winning any Father of the Year contests, either—traidor!”

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall