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UK
/kæmpˈeɪn/
]
[ US /kæmˈpeɪn/ ]
[ US /kæmˈpeɪn/ ]
NOUN
- several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
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a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
contributed to the war effort
the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant
he supported populist campaigns
they worked in the cause of world peace
the movement to end slavery -
a race between candidates for elective office
he is raising money for a Senate run
I managed his campaign for governor - an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
VERB
-
exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for
She is crusading for women's rights
The liberal party pushed for reforms
The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate - go on a campaign; go off to war
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run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
Who's running for treasurer this year?
How To Use campaign In A Sentence
- A lot was said during that divisive leadership campaign which cannot be unsaid.
- Helen Hunt Jackson was a known activist who campaigned for the rights of the Native American Indians.
- Adding to my trepidation is this primary poll from Survey USA, which confirms Roulstone's campaign doesn't yet have the profile it needs. Sound Politics: Roulstone Update
- The ensuing grassroots campaign failed to save "embrangle" (to confuse or entangle) and "caliginosity" (dimness, darkness). Jezebel
- a persistent campaign of mockery by the satirical fortnightly magazine
- Politicians, academics and campaigners today routinely frame public issues in emotional terms.
- She is facing some criticism about going to Hollywood to raise money for her reelection campaign.
- Doubtless his friends and family were working on his behalf and might well be involved with Peggy Say's campaign.
- He is the one who pushed for campaign spending limits in this race; he rather insisted on them.
- Contact your local council to campaign for pedestrian schemes in residential areas.