Definition of gubernatorial
: of or relating to a governor the gubernatorial election
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The Democrats, who have a habit of rewarding failure (Hello, Mrs. Clinton!), subsequently nominated Davis as their gubernatorial candidate.
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Rockeymoore’s interest in the gubernatorial race was first reported by the Maryland Matters political blog.
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During the 2015 gubernatorial campaign, New Orleans was a frequent target of Vitter's attacks during that race.
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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chris Kennedy believes that environmental sustainability and business growth don't have to be at odds with each other.
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The Republican gubernatorial primary was just weeks away, and then-Ohio Secretary of State Ken Blackwell had his sights set on securing the nomination.
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But this also is the first shot fired in anger in the next Massachusetts gubernatorial campaign.
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In 1962, Palmore, then a judge on the Court of Appeals, was floated as a possible gubernatorial candidate to carry Gov. Bert Combs banner the next year.
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The measure cleared both houses with three-fifths majorities, enough to override a gubernatorial veto.
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Origin and Etymology of gubernatorial
Latin gubernator governor, steersman, from gubernare to govern — more at govern
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: of or relating to the governor of a U.S. state or to the position of governor
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: relating to a governor
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