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seconded

v.
C1 Advanced US //ˈsɛkəndɪd// sec·ond·ed

v. to formally support a suggestion or idea so that people can discuss it or vote on it. You often hear this in meetings when someone agrees with a proposal.

v. to formally support a motion or proposal in a meeting so that it may be debated or put to a vote. Typically occurs in the context of parliamentary procedure or formal committee work.


SIMPLE

She proposed the motion and he seconded it.

CONTEXTUAL

After the treasurer proposed a budget increase, the secretary seconded the motion to allow for a full committee debate.

COMPLEX

The resolution to amend the bylaws was seconded by a senior member, ensuring that the controversial topic would finally reach the floor for a decisive vote.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, usually a motion or proposal.

Pitfall

I seconded to his ideaI seconded his ideaSeconded is a transitive verb and does not take the preposition 'to' before the object.

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