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Vote (Verb)

Meaning 1

Bring into existence or make available by vote; "They voted aid for the underdeveloped countries in Asia".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

  • The city council voted additional funds for the local library's expansion project.
  • The shareholders voted a significant bonus for the company's CEO and top executives.
  • They voted a new tax for the construction of a new highway system.
  • The town voted funds for the purchase of a new fire truck and equipment.
  • The local government voted disaster aid for the residents affected by the recent hurricane.

Related Words

  • Voter (noun)

Meaning 2

Express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote; "He voted for the motion"; "None of the Democrats voted last night".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

  • She proudly voted for her favorite candidate in the presidential election.
  • He voted against the proposal to increase funding for the new project.
  • Many people failed to vote in the local election due to lack of awareness.
  • She stood in line for hours to vote for her preferred candidate in the primary.
  • Every member of the council voted in favor of the proposed resolution.

Hypernyms

  • Select
  • Pick Out
  • Take

Hyponyms

  • Vote Down

Related Words

  • Vote (noun)
  • Voter (noun)
  • Vote Out (verb)
  • Voting (noun)
  • Vote In (verb)

Meaning 3

Be guided by in voting; "vote one's conscience".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

  • She decided to vote her conscience and go against the party's stance on the issue.
  • Many citizens were encouraged to vote their values in the upcoming election.
  • The community leader urged everyone to vote with their hearts and choose the candidate who aligned with their moral principles.
  • The senator chose to vote her conscience, even though it meant going against her party's wishes.
  • He proudly declared that he would always vote his principles, no matter the consequences.

Meaning 4

Express one's choice or preference by vote; "vote the Democratic ticket".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

  • She will vote for the Democratic candidate in the upcoming election.
  • The board members voted in favor of the proposed changes.
  • At the annual meeting, the shareholders voted to reelect the current CEO.
  • The students voted for their favorite song to be played at the dance.
  • The people of the town voted to renovate the old park.

Hypernyms

  • State

Related Words

  • Vote (noun)
  • Voter (noun)
  • Voting (noun)

Meaning 5

Express a choice or opinion; "I vote that we all go home"; "She voted for going to the Chinese restaurant".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

  • I vote that we watch a comedy film tonight instead of an action movie.
  • She voted for the more expensive but higher quality option.
  • The group decided to vote on which activity to do for the weekend.
  • He voted that everyone should chip in for the birthday gift.
  • The family members voted for where to go on their summer vacation.

Hypernyms

  • State
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