Canvass

usgb/ˈkænvəs/
verb

To approach people to ask for votes or opinions.

Politicians often canvass neighborhoods before an election to gain support.
Visual representation of "canvass" - To approach people to ask for votes or opinions.

Often appears as...

  • canvass door-to-door
  • canvass for votes
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Political Context

Used when referring to political campaigns and voter interaction.

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Candidates will canvass across the city this week.
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Active Engagement

Implies active involvement in seeking opinions, rather than passive.

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To understand local concerns, she decided to canvass the community.
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