runoff
Example Sentences
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Le Pen came third in 2012, then twice made the runoffs.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
“Post-fire impacts can change over time, depending on rainfalls, runoffs and sediment movements,” said Eugenia Ermacora, manager of the nonprofit Surfrider Foundation’s L.A. chapter, which has partnered with Held’s team to collect samples.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
Polling suggests neither primary is likely to produce an outright winner, increasing the chances of May runoffs.
From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026
Turnout for Tuesday’s runoffs is expected to be very low, however.
From Seattle Times • May 13, 2024
Saggau said the police union has not yet decided how it will spend its resources in the upcoming runoffs.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2024
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