noun
a race between candidates for elective office
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Examples
- I managed his campaign for governor
- he is raising money for a Senate run
noun
a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
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- he supported populist campaigns
- they worked in the cause of world peace
- the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant
- the movement to end slavery
- contributed to the war effort
noun
several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
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military campaign
noun
an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
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verb
run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
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- Who's running for treasurer this year?
verb
exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person
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- be an advocate for
- The liberal party pushed for reforms
- She is crusading for women's rights
- The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate
verb
go on a campaign
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take the field
Examples
- go off to war