campaigns

NOUN

attempt to win; attack

Synonyms

STRONGEST

crusade drive fight movement offensive operation push

STRONG

expedition warfare

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inaction

VERB

attempt to win political election

Synonyms

STRONGEST

barnstorm lobby politick stump

STRONG

agitate canvass contest crusade electioneer muckrake run tour

WEAK

contend for go to grass roots hit the trail mend fences mudsling press the flesh ring doorbells run for shake hands and kiss babies solicit votes stand for whistle-stop

Example Sentences

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“I have dozens of candidates and campaigns and I have not heard this issue come up one time,” said a campaign finance lawyer who requested anonymity because they represent numerous candidates with active campaigns.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Realistically, all that must happen before the November midterm elections, when lawmakers’ attention will turn to their own campaigns.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

The Raman and Pratt campaigns didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Senate seat and campaigns with Hasan Piker, an online influencer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

There are framed posters of our school advertising campaigns, too.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina