primary election

American  

noun

1. primary.

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primary election British  

noun

1. See primary

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Etymology

Origin of primary election

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

Friday is the deadline to file to appear on the primary election ballot.

From Los Angeles Times

If needed, “New York courts can move the primary election date.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The candidates will now gear up for the June 2 primary election, with the general election set for Nov. 3.

From Los Angeles Times

If Talarico’s interview had aired on TV and his opponents requested time, CBS would have to accommodate them ahead of the Texas primary election on March 3.

From Los Angeles Times

The back-and-forth came two weeks before Texas's primary elections, in which Talarico will face off against Democratic US Representative Jasmine Crockett in the Senate contest.

From Barron's