landslide

Example Sentences

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In 2022, the political newbie won Kathmandu's mayoral race by a landslide as an independent candidate, triumphing over parties which had dominated elections for decades.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

The first female premier in Japan's history, conservative Takaichi has had a strong supporter in Trump, who backed her ahead of her recent landslide election victory.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Jimmy Carter inked a historic agreement between Egypt and Israel at Camp David but lost reelection in a landslide fueled by high inflation and an oil crisis.

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

A landslide would dam Spirit Lake and hold water in, not create a surge out.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone