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Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
campaignnounthe competition by rival political candidates and organizations for public office.
Example Sentences
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Beverley, her husband and other families are campaigning for changes to funeral parlour regulations, backed by a number of lawmakers.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
Both candidates in New York’s governor’s race are campaigning on electricity costs.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
Candidates for governor in other states are campaigning on the need to catch up.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 8, 2026
Now, student leaders are campaigning for a second vote, saying it would better ensure that UC policy reflects all students.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 19, 2025
Now that we are campaigning, divil an officer asks if we have any complaints to make, or is in any way solicitous as to our welfare or wants.
From A Yeoman's Letters Third Edition by Ross, P. T.