Snap Election

Pronunciation: /snæp ɪˈlɛkʃən/

Definitions of snap election

noun a noun phrase consisting of two nouns used together to describe a specific type of election

Example Sentences

A1 A snap election is when a country holds a sudden vote to choose a new government.

A2 The prime minister called for a snap election to try to gain more support in parliament.

B1 The opposition party was caught off guard by the announcement of a snap election.

B2 The decision to call a snap election was met with mixed reactions from the public.

C1 The timing of the snap election was seen as a strategic move by the ruling party.

C2 The outcome of the snap election could have significant implications for the country's future.

Examples of snap election in a Sentence

formal The Prime Minister announced that a snap election will be held next month.

informal Did you hear about the snap election coming up? It's going to be interesting.

slang I can't believe they called for a snap election out of nowhere.

figurative The sudden decision for a snap election caught everyone off guard.

Grammatical Forms of snap election

• plural: snap elections
• comparative: more snap election
• superlative: most snap election
• present tense: snap election
• future tense: will have snap election
• perfect tense: has had snap election
• continuous tense: is having snap election
• singular: snap election
• positive degree: snap election
• infinitive: to have snap election
• gerund: having snap election
• participle: had snap election

Origin and Evolution of snap election

First Known Use: 1834 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'snap election' originated in British English.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a sudden or unexpected election called by a government, the term has evolved to refer to any election that is called earlier than expected or required.