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the power, right, or opportunity to choose
at the country inn, breakfast in bed is entirely at the election of the guest
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Recent Examples of elections
Political candidates have bet on their own elections.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
That is according to a new analysis, shared exclusively with NPR ahead of its release, by States United Action, a nonprofit that seeks to protect elections and has been tracking candidate positions on the validity of election results since 2022.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 4 May 2026
First, set clear guardrails for high-risk uses of AI — such as health care, elections, surveillance and financial systems.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The court ordered Venezuela in 2025 to refrain from holding elections for officials who supposedly would oversee the region.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
Several social movements, including protests against Iranian elections in 2009 and the Arab Spring in 2010–2011, made use of social media tools to organize and spread messages about their movements.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
The explosion was part of a wave of attacks in recent days which have rocked Cauca and fueled security concerns ahead of presidential elections next month.
—Alfie Pannell, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
On Monday, the Supreme Court reversed a lower federal court’s ruling striking down the maps by a 6-3 margin on ideological lines, formally ending the legal battle and allowing the map, which could net Republicans up to five seats in the House, to stand beyond the 2026 elections.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2026
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who has been defeated in three elections, as well as Peter Obi, who rallied the youth vote in the most recent 2023 poll before ultimately falling short, agreed to the pact during a meeting in a town near Lagos over the weekend.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
That is according to a new analysis, shared exclusively with NPR ahead of its release, by States United Action, a nonprofit that seeks to protect elections and has been tracking candidate positions on the validity of election results since 2022.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 4 May 2026
First, set clear guardrails for high-risk uses of AI — such as health care, elections, surveillance and financial systems.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The court ordered Venezuela in 2025 to refrain from holding elections for officials who supposedly would oversee the region.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
Several social movements, including protests against Iranian elections in 2009 and the Arab Spring in 2010–2011, made use of social media tools to organize and spread messages about their movements.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
The explosion was part of a wave of attacks in recent days which have rocked Cauca and fueled security concerns ahead of presidential elections next month.
—Alfie Pannell, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
On Monday, the Supreme Court reversed a lower federal court’s ruling striking down the maps by a 6-3 margin on ideological lines, formally ending the legal battle and allowing the map, which could net Republicans up to five seats in the House, to stand beyond the 2026 elections.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2026
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who has been defeated in three elections, as well as Peter Obi, who rallied the youth vote in the most recent 2023 poll before ultimately falling short, agreed to the pact during a meeting in a town near Lagos over the weekend.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elections
Noun
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Montreal’s five dangerous options on its top unit will be a mighty challenge for the Sabres’ penalty kill.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Paul and Barlow spent several minutes in the second half playing in the frontcourt, giving Nurse options to switch seamlessly while playing small when other Sixers bigs dealt with foul trouble.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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As the Moon moves through your 10th House of Career, your choices set the tone for how others rely on you.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Tierra Reina’s entree choices were Veracruzana or barbacoa, made with beef tongue and cheek.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Bridal headwear is becoming bolder and more statement-making, with rising searches for fascinators, Juliet cap veils, and custom wedding hats signaling that cool-girl alternatives to the traditional veil are gaining momentum.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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Their alternatives were a spot start from right-hander Trevor McDonald, their 27th man for the doubleheader, or a bullpen game.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
Noun
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According to Friends of Big Bear Valley, Sandy received 30 student votes and Luna received 25.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Election officials are expected to place signs at polling locations informing voters of his death and that votes cast for Scott will not count.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
1 May 2026
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“Elections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elections. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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