polling place
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of polling place
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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Voters may cast ballots in-person at any polling place in their county.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
You can find your nearest polling place from the California secretary of state’s website here.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
In nearly every statewide election since 2008, the majority of votes have not been cast at a traditional polling place.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
A video posted on social media showed one female candidate riding to the polling place on a donkey cart.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
Anthony and seven of the other women who had registered went to the polling place.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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