major party

noun

a political party with enough electoral strength to periodically gain control of the government or to effectively oppose the party in power.

First recorded in 1945–50

And when BET Weekend came to Atlanta two months ago, Brinsley thought he could become a major party promoter.

The second-place major party candidate would get the remainder.

Independents continue to poll higher than either major party.

In a watershed moment, Geraldine Ferraro became the first woman to appear on a major party ticket.

Rand Paul recognizes that he cannot win a major-party presidential nomination if he is perceived as tainted by racism.

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