The country is in the throes of a general election.

该国正忙于大选。

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A general election will be held which will seal his destiny one way or the other.

一场将左右他命运的大选即将举行。

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A general election may well not be held until 2014.

大选直到2014年才会适时举行。

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The commission has numerous logistical obstacles to overcome to hold a general election in a country recovering from war.

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There's a difference between the primary and general election.

在初选和大选中也存在着区别

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Mr.Brown's appearance at the inquiry was not expected to take place until after a general election, which must take place by June.

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Germany isn't expected to make any decision before a general election that is due in September.

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Voters know the least about Perry, and his vulnerabilities in a general election are substantial.

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The reshuffle comes as Australia heads for a general election scheduled for 14 September.

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