contests
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At the same time, races at the local level could have an outsize impact, including contests for control of the governor’s mansion and state house.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026
Trailing the Brewers 2-0 in the best-of-seven series, the Dodgers desperately need to put themselves in the best possible position to win Game 3 and avoid four straight win-or-go-home contests.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
Broaden the search to state and local contests and there are 474 electoral rematches nationwide -- proving that in American politics, as in Hollywood, there is rarely any objection to a sequel.
From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026
It will be “trench warfare” in battleground contests, but he’s confident the president can turn out Republican voters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
The day’s schedule is full of pep rallies, contests, and alumni tours.
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
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