campaigning

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun the campaign of a candidate to be elected
verb run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
verb exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for

From campaign + -ing.

You have a handsome campaigning air. — Complete Short Works of George Meredith, George Meredith
There'd have been no campaigning for me. — The Yeoman Adventurer, George W. Gough
CAMPAIGNING WITH CROOK, AND STORIES OF ARMY LIFE. — Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: Illustrated, Arthur Conan Doyle

candidacy, candidature, electioneering, political campaign

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