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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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
"Like, who do I think the cops are going to crack down on: me, or the congressperson?" he said.
From Salon ● May 18, 2023
Members of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors each represent well over a million more residents than a congressperson.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2023
Case is on his second stint as a congressperson.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2022
“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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