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Massachusetts ballot

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noun

  1. a ballot on which the candidates, with their party designations, are listed alphabetically in columns under the office for which they were nominated.


Etymology

Origin of Massachusetts ballot

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

Example Sentences

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Opponents of the Massachusetts ballot measure welcomed the court’s ruling.

From New York Times • Jun. 14, 2022

The outcome of a Massachusetts ballot measure may offer a glimpse of what comes next for transgender rights nationwide.

From Slate • Nov. 7, 2018

Facebook Twitter Pinterest The Massachusetts ballot question would seek to ban chicken cages such as these.

From The Guardian • May 28, 2016

Granted, Senate campaigns are different than gubernatorial races, and 2012 will be a presidential election year, which should boost Democrats up and down the Massachusetts ballot.

From Salon • May 24, 2011

Compare the Massachusetts ballot with the Indiana ballot, and note their differences.

From Elements of Civil Government by Peterman, Alexander L.

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