congressperson
Americannoun
Gender
Is it congressman, congresswoman, or congressperson? See -person.
Etymology
Origin of congressperson
First recorded in 1970–75; congress(man) + -person
Example Sentences
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But on X, the website formerly known as Twitter, the congressperson appeared to tease political observers with a cryptic message: “Word of the day: Speculation.”
From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2023
As The Recount points out in their coverage of the vote, this decision "makes Schiff just the third congressperson this century to face that formal rebuke from the House."
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2023
If you feel compelled to do something, nudge your local congressperson to prioritize particle pollution; if you drive, consider using IRA incentives to switch to an electric vehicle.
From Slate • Jun. 7, 2023
If all else fails, both Ms. Whittenburg and Mr. Alwadish suggest reaching out to your congressperson or your senator with your passenger record locator.
From New York Times • Apr. 3, 2023
“I’m serious. I’m going to write my congressperson about it.”
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
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