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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The two candidates who receive the most votes, regardless of party affiliation, will progress to the general election in November.
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Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Whoever wins the nomination will become the favorite in the November midterm against other general election candidates, including presumptive Republican nominee Christy Peterson.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
Speaking between ballots, Tafoya repeatedly reminded delegates about the importance of winning the general election, while Schwarze encouraged them not to compromise their principles.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Murkowski, more moderate than many of her GOP colleagues, chose to compete in the general election as a write-in candidate.
—Eric McDaniel, NPR, 30 May 2026
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Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Whoever wins the nomination will become the favorite in the November midterm against other general election candidates, including presumptive Republican nominee Christy Peterson.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
Speaking between ballots, Tafoya repeatedly reminded delegates about the importance of winning the general election, while Schwarze encouraged them not to compromise their principles.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Murkowski, more moderate than many of her GOP colleagues, chose to compete in the general election as a write-in candidate.
—Eric McDaniel, NPR, 30 May 2026
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“General election.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20election. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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