preliminary
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There were significantly more “yes” votes than “no” votes for Measure TC in preliminary returns.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
"The identification of the green mineral as malachite is still preliminary," explained Tornero.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
For the first time during Friday’s preliminary competition, the clouds broke and the Clovis sun beat down on the field.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
Next season, three northern clubs and one from the south are set to be in the preliminary round.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
The field would be divided into two groups of three for a preliminary elimination heat on July 4.
From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown
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