Tally

usgb/ˈtæli/
noun

A total count or number of something.

The final tally of votes showed that she had won the election.
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Often appears as...

  • tally up
  • final tally
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Election Context

Frequently used to describe the sum of votes or points in a contest or election.

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The tally from yesterday's referendum will decide the policy's future.
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Not Just Math

'Tally' implies a count but in a broader sense than just numbers.

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We lost track of the tally of times we've visited this café.
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Continuous Update

A 'running tally' is updated as new occurrences happen.

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Keep a running tally of how many customers mention the new product.
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