Plurality Vote
/ˈplʊrəlɪti voʊt/
Definitions
- (n.) An electoral system in which the candidate with the most votes wins, regardless of whether they achieve an absolute majority.
The governor was elected through a plurality vote, winning more votes than any other candidate but less than half the total.
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- plurality votes
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Commentary
A plurality vote differs from a majority vote in that it requires only the highest number of votes, not necessarily more than half, which can affect election outcomes and strategies.
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