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as in to interview
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
we canvassed people all over town, asking if they would be interested in participating in a recycling program
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as in to discuss
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
canvassed all the items on the agenda
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Recent Examples of canvass
All totals are unofficial until ballots are canvassed.
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Christopher Kuhagen, Journal Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2024
Fire officials canvassed the neighborhood Wednesday morning to place informational fliers at all residences in the immediate area.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 28 Nov. 2024
Martinez was in the area and wanted to see if his buddy was canvassing.
—Robert Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 25 Nov. 2024
Advertisement Voter surveys such as exit polls, which canvass broad swaths of the electorate, aren’t able to gauge the impact of such microtargeting, but some backers say the effort was worth it.
—Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
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Christopher Kuhagen, Journal Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2024
Fire officials canvassed the neighborhood Wednesday morning to place informational fliers at all residences in the immediate area.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 28 Nov. 2024
Martinez was in the area and wanted to see if his buddy was canvassing.
—Robert Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 25 Nov. 2024
Advertisement Voter surveys such as exit polls, which canvass broad swaths of the electorate, aren’t able to gauge the impact of such microtargeting, but some backers say the effort was worth it.
—Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
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Jackson has covered the Super Bowl and NBA Finals, and has interviewed iconic figures Usain Bolt, Rob Gronkowski, Jerry Rice, Troy Aikman, Mike Trout, David Ortiz and Roger Clemens.Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
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Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
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Honda Motor and Nissan Motor, Japan’s second- and third-largest automakers, are discussing ways to deepen their ties, including the possibility of a merger that could fundamentally restructure Japan’s car industry.River Akira Davis, New York Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Of course, everyone can discuss their own reconstruction options with their physician.David Oliver, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The arduous climb, which took well over three months, was a journey filled with perilous obstacles – but also moments of discovery and awe as the six-wheeled robot stopped along the way to survey its surroundings.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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As police surveyed the scene, multiple gunshots were visible in the facade of the funeral home building, and shell casings were on the scene, McCullough said.Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 18 Dec. 2024
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Stellantis did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the visits, including whether the company intends to review Tavares’ past decisions, such as closing and selling the company’s Arizona Proving Grounds.Michael Wayland, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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After reviewing submissions, the show will then invite any promising applicants to New York City for a formal audition process.Dave Quinn, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Canvass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canvass. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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