voting (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈvoʊtɪŋ/
Definition
The act or process of expressing a choice or opinion in an election or other decision-making situation, typically by marking a ballot or raising a hand.
Examples
Voting is a fundamental right in a democracy.
The company is holding a vote on whether to change its name.
Early voting has begun in several states.
How to Use voting
- vote for (prepositional phrase)
- To choose a candidate or option by voting. — "I will vote for the candidate who promises lower taxes."
- vote against (prepositional phrase)
- To express disapproval or opposition by voting. — "The committee decided to vote against the proposal."
- vote in (prepositional phrase)
- To elect someone to a position by voting. — "The people voted in a new president last year."
- vote out (prepositional phrase)
- To remove someone from a position by voting. — "The unpopular leader was voted out of office."
- vote on (prepositional phrase)
- To make a decision about something by voting. — "We will vote on the new policy at the next meeting."
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