primary
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This phenomenon was particularly evident last primary, when Bass initially trailed developer Rick Caruso in the mayoral race, but as more ballots came in, Bass continued to gain a lead.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
The governor's race accompanied another heavily watched primary for mayor in Los Angeles, where political veterans battled against a reality star.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
The U.S. is moving aggressively to address this outbreak with three primary aims.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Betting markets recently were giving Steyer between a 17% and 20% chance of advancing beyond the primary election.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
It seemed as though the three boys were destined to be friends, from the day they met in primary class at church.
From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
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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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