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majority

Noun

Definitions

1. majority

This word means "a majority," specifically more than half of a total number. It is commonly used in political or voting contexts, such as when a party wins more than half the seats in an election.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Under company rules, a motion passes with a majority of those present.

Sentence 2

Recent statistics show single-person households now make up the majority.

Sentence 3

But does a majority vote actually make something right?

Sentence 4

"If we have a majority in favor, let's move forward," the moderator urged.

Sentence 5

Even so, the fact that support reached a majority is undeniable.