electorate
noun
elec·tor·ate
i-ˈlek-t(ə-)rət 
1
: the territory, jurisdiction, or dignity of a German elector
2
: a body of people entitled to vote
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The disconnect underscores an electorate fed up with both parties but wanting change from the one currently in charge.
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Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2026
After early voting, the electorate was 40% Black, 40% white, 17% Latino and 3% Asian.
—Gromer Jeffers Jr, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
In a restless electorate frustrated by high prices, the cost of housing stands out.
—Jonathan J. Cooper, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Further, both are out of step with an electorate that recognizes the threat Iran poses and is evenly divided on military action.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
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Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2026
After early voting, the electorate was 40% Black, 40% white, 17% Latino and 3% Asian.
—Gromer Jeffers Jr, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
In a restless electorate frustrated by high prices, the cost of housing stands out.
—Jonathan J. Cooper, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Further, both are out of step with an electorate that recognizes the threat Iran poses and is evenly divided on military action.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
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electorate
noun
elec·tor·ate
i-ˈlek-t(ə-)rət
: a body of people entitled to vote
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