canvass
Example Sentences
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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
Police could canvass neighborhoods, interview witnesses, check traffic cameras, maybe pull hotel records or receipts.
From Slate • May 20, 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
Rand’s researchers, who canvass the three neighborhoods every two months, found that the shortfalls coincide with an increase in the percentage of people “sleeping rough,” without the protection of a vehicle or tent.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025
“Maggie, this is Ruth Muskrat Bronson. She’s raising money and signing up volunteers to canvass neighborhoods and drive Elders to their polling places.”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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