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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

Police could canvass neighborhoods, interview witnesses, check traffic cameras, maybe pull hotel records or receipts.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

Players planned to canvass their peers scattered across spring training camps, then meet again Wednesday, with the possibility of voting on a new executive director then.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 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 junior members of the Housewives’ League are mentored and taught how to canvass and sign up new members.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson




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