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renomination

American  
[ree-nahm-uh-nay-shuhn] / riˌnɑm əˈneɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the act of nominating someone again for the same office or position.


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Powell himself was made interim chair—the so-called chair pro tempore—in February 2022 when his renomination process went on past the end of his term.

From Barron's Jan. 29, 2026

The incumbent Carter easily prevailed at winning renomination, but only after a hard-fought challenge from Massachusetts Sen. Edward M. Kennedy.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 20, 2024

Unlike the general election, Tuesday’s primaries in Georgia are not likely to be competitive, as Biden and Trump face no major opposition in their campaigns for renomination.

From Seattle Times Mar. 8, 2024

Mr. Trump, even as he seeks to bring the Republican Party fully on board with his renomination, faces significant questions about the political and financial impact of his many legal troubles.

From New York Times Feb. 21, 2024

Van Buren lost the Democratic renomination through his opposition to annexation, and the Southern Democrats secured the candidacy of James K. Polk.

From The Greater Republic A History of the United States by Morris, Charles

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