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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“The public’s best bet is to call your congressperson and have them create a case file and lobby on your behalf.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
He also instructed him to add pictures of the council member campaigning, her picture with an unnamed U.S. congressperson and the People’s Republic of China ambassador to the United States, according to the complaint.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2024
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
Anyone whose congressperson supports the plan can contact them to strongly oppose this position.
From Seattle Times ● May 12, 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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