vote
noun
a formal expression of opinion or choice made by an individual or body of individuals, especially in an election.
has voted
-
present perfectof vote (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Following a proposal from the West African country of Togo, the U.N. has voted to encourage the use of maps that make sense.
From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2026
The president himself has voted by mail multiple times.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
The US House of Representatives has voted to make daylight saving time permanent by passing the Sunshine Protection Act on Tuesday.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
She has voted repeatedly against implementing anti-encampment zones during her time on council, saying it just moves the problem somewhere else.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
The neighborhood committee has voted her little brick-and-cement house by the sea as the primary lookout for Santa Teresa del Mar. From her porch, Celia could spot another Bay of Pigs invasion before it happened.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
