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1
as in interviewing
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
we canvassed people all over town, asking if they would be interested in participating in a recycling program
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2
as in discussing
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
canvassed all the items on the agenda
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Recent Examples of canvassing
Homicide detectives were called to the scene to investigate and were interviewing witnesses and canvassing the area for security video.
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City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
The Wyandotte County Election Office will distribute precinct-level data after canvassing election results next week, Michael Abbott, elections commissioner, told The Star.
—Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
Its New York City chapter played a key role in Mamdani's campaign, providing an early endorsement and a legion of volunteers for canvassing and fundraising - and raising its own profile in the process.
—NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Many had never knocked on doors like this before, so Behn gave a quick crash course in using a canvassing app and recording voter feedback.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Nov. 2025
At each of two recent rallies, USA TODAY met pairs of volunteers who had met while canvassing and become fast friends.
—Ben Adler, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
The strategists also took a canvassing approach not just to door knocking but to paid media.
—Amie Parnes, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2025
Hundreds of volunteers combed fields and streets, posting fliers and canvassing neighborhoods, their eyes peeled for any sign of the small blonde girl.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
Police said officers are canvassing the area and reviewing potential surveillance footage.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
The Wyandotte County Election Office will distribute precinct-level data after canvassing election results next week, Michael Abbott, elections commissioner, told The Star.
—Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
Its New York City chapter played a key role in Mamdani's campaign, providing an early endorsement and a legion of volunteers for canvassing and fundraising - and raising its own profile in the process.
—NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Many had never knocked on doors like this before, so Behn gave a quick crash course in using a canvassing app and recording voter feedback.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Nov. 2025
At each of two recent rallies, USA TODAY met pairs of volunteers who had met while canvassing and become fast friends.
—Ben Adler, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
The strategists also took a canvassing approach not just to door knocking but to paid media.
—Amie Parnes, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2025
Hundreds of volunteers combed fields and streets, posting fliers and canvassing neighborhoods, their eyes peeled for any sign of the small blonde girl.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
Police said officers are canvassing the area and reviewing potential surveillance footage.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canvassing
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Homicide detectives were called to the scene to investigate and were interviewing witnesses and canvassing the area for security video.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Shelton is interviewing candidates for his staff, and Hawkins replaces Colby Suggs.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
7 Nov. 2025
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Rich Little Brokegirls founder Kimberly Bizu sat down with creator and corporate strategist Jodie Taylor, discussing what women of color navigating corporate spaces and creative careers need to know.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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To uncover others, tribal governments and Indigenous influencers are actively discussing the potential benefits of AI in their communities — as well as the potential risks.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Researchers had been surveying the bay where it’s located for a separate study.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Royals are surveying fans about the team’s future, including potential sites for a new ballpark.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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At a conference in 1969, when other physicists were debating the very existence of gravitational waves, Weber presented evidence supporting their direct detection.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 Nov. 2025
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In this Club Check-in, CNBC's Paulina Likos and Zev Fima break down big tech's massive artificial intelligence spending spree — debating whether these billion-dollar bets will drive long-term cost savings or weigh on near-term returns.—
Paulina Likos,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Wolff sued then, arguing that her claims were the latest of several attempts by the Trumps to bury reporting about their history with the disgraced financier.—
Graph Massara,
semafor.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Several pension funds have come out against the package, arguing that the board of directors is too beholden to Musk, his behavior too reckless lately and the riches offered too much.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Canvassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canvassing. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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