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canvass

[kan-vuhs] / ˈkæn vəs /


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His intention to canvass voters in Makerfield, in Greater Manchester, is unexpected given Burnham is widely expected to challenge Sir Keir for the Labour leadership, should he become an MP.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

"I am going door to door," BNP candidate S.M Zilany, 57, told AFP, saying many would-be voters had never had a candidate canvass for their backing.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

The job was considered difficult; they canvass the entire country for immigrants who are here without legal status, and do so with too few resources.

From Slate • Jul. 17, 2025

“I canvass 80% of the time in Spanish,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2024

My responsibilities were to organize the campaign, coordinate the regional branches, canvass for volunteers, and raise funds.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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