electioneer

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verb
R

To actively participate in politics to try to affect the result of an election, usually by supporting a specific person or policy.

The mayor was accused of using public funds to electioneer for his re-election.

R

To try to get public support for a political cause or idea.

The environmental group has been electioneering for stricter regulations on pollution.

translation

v. To actively participate in politics to try to affect the result of an election, usually by supporting a specific person or policy.; To try to get public support for a political cause or idea.

Word Forms

Perfect electioneered
Progressive electioneering
3rd Present electioneers