general election
noun
: an election usually held at regular intervals in which candidates are elected in all or most constituencies of a nation or state
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In heavily Democratic Washington, the general election outcome is typically not competitive.
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Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 12 June 2026
While the difference between special and general taxes is usually defined by where the money goes, the state initiative – placed on the November 2026 general election ballot – also addresses where the money comes from.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
In such a heavily Democratic district, winning the congressional primary is tantamount to winning the general election.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Candidates seeking several other seats have their general election matches sewn up.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
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Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 12 June 2026
While the difference between special and general taxes is usually defined by where the money goes, the state initiative – placed on the November 2026 general election ballot – also addresses where the money comes from.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
In such a heavily Democratic district, winning the congressional primary is tantamount to winning the general election.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Candidates seeking several other seats have their general election matches sewn up.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
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“General election.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20election. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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