By-election
(noun)
A special election held to fill a political office that has become vacant before the end of its normal term.
Origin:
From the old english words 'by' meaning 'in addition to' and 'election' meaning 'a choice or selection'.
Examples:
- The by-election was called after the incumbent resigned from office.
- The by-election was seen as a test of the government's popularity.
- The by-election was hotly contested, with multiple candidates vying for the seat.
- The by-election was held on a Tuesday, giving voters a chance to have their voices heard.
- The by-election was considered important as it would determine the balance of power in the legislature.