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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
The guide covers elections in Jackson, Clay and Platte counties, as well as the Kansas City earnings tax ballot question.
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Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2026
To be sure, getting a defense budget through Congress could drag on, perhaps even past the midterm elections.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
The skirmishes are a preview for more campaigns later this year, when at least a half-dozen states will hold elections for utility regulators.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
In a year with enormously consequential midterm elections, the most interesting election of all may be the race to succeed Gavin Newsom.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
So Bianco, he has for years been concerned about elections in California saying that there's been fraud, especially by Democrats.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2026
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán trails in polls ahead of April 12 elections after 16 years in power, with EU leaders hoping for his defeat.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
The midterm elections take place in November.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
In recent elections, Broward turnout has lagged.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2026
To be sure, getting a defense budget through Congress could drag on, perhaps even past the midterm elections.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
The skirmishes are a preview for more campaigns later this year, when at least a half-dozen states will hold elections for utility regulators.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
In a year with enormously consequential midterm elections, the most interesting election of all may be the race to succeed Gavin Newsom.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
So Bianco, he has for years been concerned about elections in California saying that there's been fraud, especially by Democrats.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2026
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán trails in polls ahead of April 12 elections after 16 years in power, with EU leaders hoping for his defeat.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
The midterm elections take place in November.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
In recent elections, Broward turnout has lagged.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elections
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In contrast, Gen X cites rising ticket prices, fewer appealing releases, and better at-home options as reasons for going less often.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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The parties’ prospects for reaching an agreement — and what Trump’s options become for declaring success — will depend on how the ceasefire goes in the coming days, Harrison said.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Without sacrificing the book’s dark humor, Burke doesn’t shy away from the repercussions of Natalie’s choices, and scenes with her children are the most frustrating and emotionally resonant.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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What Fans Said About Hilary Duff’s Snack Picks A clip from the New York Times video was shared on TikTok, and people weighed in on her snack choices in the comments section.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2026
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Research on physician–patient cost conversations shows that switching to lower-cost, clinically similar alternatives within the same drug class is a common strategy for reducing out-of-pocket spending without compromising care.—
Deidre Popovich,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires that agencies rigorously evaluate a reasonable range of alternatives for a project that may be safer, cheaper and more environmentally sound.—
Charles Rilli,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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Under California’s unique primary system, the two candidates who receive the most votes in the primary will move on to the November general election, regardless of party affiliation.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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And why would a political pro waste time and money soliciting votes from noncitizens when there are millions of legal voters available to persuade?—
George Skelton,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Elections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elections. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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