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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Direct Primary.
Direct Primary - as a noun
A primary where voters directly select the candidates who will run for office
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
primary14primary electionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The direct primary is a method of selecting candidates for office in which members of a political party participate directly in the selection process."
"In a direct primary, party members vote to select their party's nominees for an election."
"Many states have adopted direct primary systems to ensure a more democratic candidate selection process."
"The direct primary has been praised for giving more power to the voters and reducing the influence of special interest groups."
"Candidates in a direct primary must win the support of party members to secure their nomination."
