Example Sentences

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Texas, for example, has two senators and 38 House members, giving it a whopping 40 Electoral College votes.

From Salon • Aug. 15, 2025

Vann was chosen after the Electoral College met at St Pierre Church and Hotel in Chepstow.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

To win the election, a candidate must get 270 votes in the Electoral College.

From NewsForKids.net • Nov. 5, 2024

For this week’s Slate Plus bonus episode, David, Emily, and John discuss the all-important Electoral College vote of Nebraska’s 2ndcongressional district.

From Slate • Sep. 26, 2024

The winning ticket in these two states would collect a large number of votes in the Electoral College.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow