simple majority

American  

noun

1. less than half of the total votes cast but more than the minimum required to win, as when there are more than two candidates or choices.

2. less than half the number of voters registered.

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Example Sentences

While a decision requires only a simple majority of 7-5, there hasn’t been a decision with more than three dissenting votes since 1992.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mr. Kildee’s measure is a privileged resolution, which means it must receive floor votes in both chambers within the coming weeks under the Congressional Review Act and only requires a simple majority to pass.

From Washington Times

A simple majority would be needed by voters to approve it.

From Seattle Times

A fee would require merely a simple majority legislative vote rather than a two-thirds supermajority.

From Los Angeles Times

Although bills can advance with a simple majority, it takes a supermajority — 33 votes — to end debate to overcome a filibuster.

From Seattle Times