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canvass

[kan-vuhs] / ˈkæn vəs /


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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's wardrobe is more than a statement of style; it has become known as a canvass for her political message of advancing women's and Indigenous rights.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 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

“Doctors have come out to canvass, and do door knocks with my campaign, because they know that I will support them because this affects the doctor's ability to do good health care.”

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2024

Bass and commissioners have in recent months embarked on a citywide listening tour to canvass residents, officers and business owners about what they want to see in the next chief.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2024

The Rembrandt canvas was No. 1 in a Gallup canvass of museumgoers. capital/capitol.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner




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