politicking
Example Sentences
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In comments on background, several council members said Raman doesn’t seem to have an interest in the kind of politicking needed to advance her agenda.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026
Many employees have aligned behind-the-scenes with D’Amaro or Walden, but no candidate wants to be seen as engaging in politicking, said people close to the company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 2, 2025
In presenting many of his bills or ideas, he acted as if they should pass by dint of their sheer excellence—as if old-school politicking was unnecessary and even distasteful.
From Slate ● Dec. 29, 2024
In his new role, Tuchel will be able to set aside backroom politicking and focus on an area where he is outstanding and proven.
From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2024
It might take a while, and there might be a lot • - of politicking involved, but eventually New York bounced back from any misfortune.
From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer
