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polling place

American  

noun

  1. a place at or in which votes in an election are cast.


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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