vote-getter

American  

[voht-get-er] / ˈvoʊtˌgɛt ər /

Or votegetter

noun

1. a candidate or issue whose personality, policies, etc., are considered certain to attract many votes.

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Etymology

Origin of vote-getter

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10

Example Sentences

Should she be the top vote-getter in her race, however, the city would likely hold a special election, according to Spitzer.

From Los Angeles Times

Fong was the top vote-getter in both contests.

From Seattle Times

Daughtry was the top fundraiser and the top vote-getter in the March 5 primary, but she failed to garner at least 30% of the vote, the amount required to avoid a runoff.

From Seattle Times

The top vote-getter in a congressional district will be awarded three delegates from that district.

From Seattle Times

Figures was the top vote-getter in the Democratic primary on March 5 with 43% of the vote, almost double the vote share for Daniels.

From Seattle Times