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Majority vs. Plurality
Majority
/məˈdʒɒrəti/Examples:
"The majority want the privilege of examining the books.A majority of voters supported the new policy change.In the council, the majority decided to pass the resolution.
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Plurality
/plʊˈræləti/Examples:
The council's decision relied on a simple plurality.Her ideas had a plurality of influences, blending seamlessly.The art exhibit showcased a plurality of styles and mediums.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Plurality simply means having more than one. If you're thinking of multiple things, think plurality.
- A majority means more than half. It’s a bigger share beyond just being one of the larger parts.
- Plurality is used when comparing in a context where more than two groups or items exist, while majority implies over 50%.
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