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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German banks have also been weathering the storm of a dimmed outlook for Europe’s largest economy this year, along with political volatility ahead of upcoming general elections in February.
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Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025
Their pick must stand for election at the next general election, in 2026, to keep the post.
Alameda County residents deserve a leader like Johnson who can bring long-term stability to the office and a sense of even-handed justice that was lacking during Price’s tenure.
—East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
The Irish parliament descended into uproar on Wednesday, its first day back in session after weeks of political horse-trading and coalition-building, following the country’s general election in November.
—Kathy Rose O'Brien, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025
If a special general election is needed to replace Fine, the Senate district will not have a representative for the second half of the session.
—Jim Saunders, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2025
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Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025
Their pick must stand for election at the next general election, in 2026, to keep the post.
Alameda County residents deserve a leader like Johnson who can bring long-term stability to the office and a sense of even-handed justice that was lacking during Price’s tenure.
—East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
The Irish parliament descended into uproar on Wednesday, its first day back in session after weeks of political horse-trading and coalition-building, following the country’s general election in November.
—Kathy Rose O'Brien, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025
If a special general election is needed to replace Fine, the Senate district will not have a representative for the second half of the session.
—Jim Saunders, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2025
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“General election.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20election. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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