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canvass

[kan-vuhs] / ˈkæn vəs /


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Dimon told JPMorgan bankers late last summer to canvass clients who might be receptive to taking money from the government in “public-private partnerships” like the MP Materials deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

“When I canvass for Chuck, sometimes I ask people, ‘What do you actually think about the state of the Democratic Party?’

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

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

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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