Phrases with «to split the vote»

"To split the vote" means to divide the support or votes of a particular group or party, which can lead to a disadvantage for them in an election or competition. This usually happens when multiple candidates from the same ideology or group run for the same position, resulting in their shared supporters getting divided, and potentially allowing another candidate to win. Full definition

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Sentences with «to split the vote»

  • Similar things happen in politics when two parties appeal to the same kind of voters, splitting their votes between them and allowing a third party unpopular with the majority to win the election. (newscientist.com)
  • He insisted, however, he wasn't in the race to simply split votes with his hated rival. (observer.com)
  • Then you shouldn't have split your vote by supporting 3rd party candidates. (nystateofpolitics.com)
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