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campaigning

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //kæmˈpeɪnɪŋ// UK //kæmpˈeɪnɪŋ// cam·paign·ing

n. the act of organizing activities to reach a specific goal, like winning an election or changing a law. It usually involves talking to people and sharing information to get their support.

n. the organized process of performing activities to achieve a specific political, social, or commercial goal. Often involves public speaking, advertising, and community outreach to influence public opinion or policy.


SIMPLE

The group spent months campaigning for better local parks.

CONTEXTUAL

After weeks of intense campaigning across the country, the candidate finally saw a rise in the polls.

COMPLEX

Effective political campaigning requires a sophisticated blend of grassroots mobilization and high-level media strategy to ensure the message resonates with a diverse electorate.

Synonyms
Origin

From campaign + -ing.

Usage

Typically functions as an uncountable gerund-noun; often paired with 'for' to indicate the goal or 'against' to indicate opposition.

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