primary
Example Sentences
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A record number of voters turned out for the primary the following month to select pro-democracy candidates for a legislative election later that year.
From Barron's
Gore went on to earn fewer than half of Jackson’s primary votes, placing third behind that preacher and eventual frontrunner Michael Dukakis.
From Salon
That seemed a portent of more to come as the June primary inches ever closer.
From Los Angeles Times
Under California’s “jungle primary” system, the top two vote-getters advance to the general election, regardless of their party affiliation.
From Los Angeles Times
Among primary schools, the push for more practical school uniforms is largely to encourage physical activity and play.
From BBC
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