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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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This year, candidates are increasingly pivoting to social media to post snappy, off-the-cuff videos that could fuel momentum for their campaigns if they go viral.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Suggestions included launching long-term public health campaigns to spread awareness among the adult population and integrating information in everyday settings such as apps, public transport, digital billboards and at GP check-ups.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

The president’s apparent willingness has led some to launch open campaigns for clemency.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

One reason, Tillin says, is the rise of "competitive welfarism": almost every major party now offers some version of cash transfers, subsidies or free services, often trying to outbid rivals during campaigns.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Since then countless campaigns to save the rainforest have driven home its lesson: development in tropical forests destroys both forests and their developers.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann