Go to the country

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To dissolve Parliament and hold a general election.

Given the public dissatisfaction, the Prime Minister had no choice but to go to the country.
Visual representation of "go to the country" - To dissolve Parliament and hold a general election

Often appears as...

  • decide to go to the country
  • forced to go to the country

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Formal

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Political Context

Used to talk about elections, specifically in the UK political system where the parliament can be dissolved.

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The government's loss on the vote may cause them to go to the country soon.
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Serious Decision

Indicates a significant and formal political action, not just a casual reference to elections.

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Facing the deadlock in parliament, the leader decided it was time to go to the country.
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Not Literal

Does not mean physically travelling, but refers to seeking public opinion through an election.

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With the situation so unclear, will the Prime Minister actually go to the country?
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