Example Sentences

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The governor, who normally seeks the spotlight, had only a brief moment on camera during the official programming when he announced California delegates’ votes for Harris.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2024

It is the biggest day of nominating contests, with 874 Republican delegates' support at stake.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2024

Video circulating on social media shows that the disturbance began after supporters of incumbent Aisha Chughtai took the stage to seek delegates’ backing for the Ward 10 City Council seat.

From Washington Times • May 19, 2023

At the Feb. 6 delegates’ meeting, she made a last-minute decision to speak against dropping the requirement.

From New York Times • Feb. 17, 2023

Lazlo watched the delegates’ reactions, and he could understand their incredulity, certainly, but there was a rather large inducement here to believe the unbelievable.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor