bellwether state
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Meaning · English
A state that accurately predicts national election outcomes
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Literally: a state that leads the flock
Where it’s used:
Used
Widespread English
Examples
Ohio is often considered a bellwether state in US presidential elections
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Sources & notes
Listed in Wiktionary’s “English idioms” category (retrieved 2026-07-29); definition pending editorial review. Definition drafted by AI (@cf/meta/llama-3.3-70b-instruct-fp8-fast) and auto-approved by rule on 2026-07-30; pending editor spot-check.
Common questions
What does “bellwether state” mean?
A state that accurately predicts national election outcomes Literally: a state that leads the flock
Is “bellwether state” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.