political process

American  

[puh-lit-i-kuhl prah-ses] / pəˈlɪt ɪ kəl ˈprɑ sɛs /

noun

political processes plural

1. the mechanisms and methods through which political power is organized and exercised; the activities that form governance.

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Noun Inflected Forms

• political processes
  plural

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political process

A key point to remember is that Mr. Warsh’s task forces represent the beginning of the middle of the political process of Fed reform.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026

In a statement it said: "Israel has, of course, no intention to interfere in the French political process, be it at the national or municipal level."

From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026

“We’re not simply part of the political process, and there’s a reason for that, and I’m not sure people grasp that as much as is appropriate.”

From Slate ● May 9, 2026

In New York, United Nations spokesman Stephane Dujarric told reporters the move was "a meaningful step towards conditions conducive to a credible political process".

From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026

Instead of entering the White House—a place of power—Paul wanted the suffragists to stand outside, showing that they had been unjustly shut out of the political process.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling