first ballot

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The initial round of voting.

ballotADJECTIVE + ballot

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Examples (10)

  • I voted for her on the first ballot.
  • She was elected on the first ballot, securing a clear majority.
  • No candidate received enough votes to win on the first ballot.
  • The party hopes to secure the leadership position in the first ballot.
  • Despite high expectations, the motion failed to pass on the first ballot, leading to further debate.
  • Do you think he has enough support to win on the first ballot?
  • The results of the first ballot were announced late in the evening.
  • Historically, few presidents have been nominated on the first ballot at a contested convention.
  • If the union leader isn't chosen on the first ballot, the process could drag on for weeks.
  • A victory on the first ballot would be a strong mandate for the new chairman.