political campaign
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Definition
Noun: 1. An organized effort to win an election: A "political campaign" is the coordinated series of activities and communications designed to persuade voters to support a particular candidate or party for a public office. 2. The specific instance of a candidate seeking office: It refers to the entire process undertaken by a candidate and their team, from announcement to election day, to achieve victory.
Usage
- A "political campaign" involves strategies, messaging, fundraising, and voter outreach.
- It is a time-bound effort focused on a specific election.
Examples
- Noun:
- She dedicated a year of her life to managing his political campaign for mayor.
- The political campaign was marked by intense debates and widespread advertising.
- Volunteers are essential to the success of any local political campaign.
Advanced Usage
- "to run a campaign": To manage or operate a political campaign.
- Her experience helped her run a very effective campaign.
- "campaign trail": The series of places a candidate visits during a campaign.
- The candidate spent months on the campaign trail, visiting every county.
Variants and Related Words
- Campaigner (n): A person who works on or supports a political campaign.
- The seasoned campaigner knew how to mobilize voters.
- Campaigning (n/gerund): The act of conducting a campaign.
- The period of active campaigning ended the night before the election.
Synonyms
- Election campaign: A nearly identical term specifying the goal is an election.
- Run (n, informal): The act of being a candidate in an election (e.g., "a Senate run").
Related Phrases
- Campaign headquarters: The central office from which a campaign is run.
- Reporters gathered at the campaign headquarters for the announcement.
- Campaign promise: A pledge made by a candidate during the campaign.
- Voters were skeptical of the candidate's campaign promises.
Noun
- the campaign of a candidate to be elected
- a race between candidates for elective office
- I managed his campaign for governor
- he is raising money for a Senate run