campaign

/kæm'pein/
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campaign

The candidate gave a speech during her campaign for mayor.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A series of military operations with a specific objective: A planned set of activities, often military, designed to achieve a particular goal within a defined area and time.
    • An organized course of action for a social, political, or commercial purpose: A coordinated series of efforts, such as advertising or activism, intended to achieve a specific result, like winning an election or promoting a cause.

  2. Verb:

    • To engage in a series of organized activities to achieve a goal: To work in an active and concerted way toward a particular objective, such as running for office or advocating for change.
Examples of Usage

  • Noun:

    • The general planned a new military campaign. (A series of coordinated battles.)
    • She led a successful campaign to become mayor. (An organized effort to win an election.)
    • The charity launched a fundraising campaign. (A coordinated effort to collect money.)

  • Verb:

    • He decided to campaign for a seat in parliament. (To work actively to get elected.)
    • Activists campaign tirelessly for environmental protection. (To work vigorously to promote a cause.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to be on campaign": to be actively engaged in a series of operations or efforts.

    • The soldiers were on campaign for several months.

  • "to campaign against/for something": to work actively in opposition to or in support of a cause.

    • The group campaigns against plastic pollution.
Variants and Related Words

  • Campaigner (n): A person who campaigns, especially in politics or for a social cause.

    • She is a veteran campaigner for human rights.

  • Campaigning (n/adj): The act of taking part in a campaign.

    • The campaigning season is in full swing.
Synonyms
  • Drive: A vigorous effort to achieve a purpose.
  • Crusade: A vigorous movement for a cause, often with moral or religious fervor.
  • Operation: A coordinated military action or a planned activity.
Related Phrasal Verbs

  • Campaign for: To actively support or work to achieve something.

    • She is campaigning for better healthcare.

  • Campaign against: To actively oppose something.

    • They are campaigning against the new law.
Related Idioms

  • To wage a campaign: To carry on or engage in a campaign.

    • The organization waged a long campaign for justice.

  • A smear campaign: A plan to damage someone's reputation by spreading false or malicious accusations.

    • The politician was a victim of a vicious smear campaign.
campaign

The candidate gave a speech during her campaign for mayor.

Noun
  1. an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
  2. several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
  3. a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
    • he supported populist campaigns
    • they worked in the cause of world peace
    • the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant
    • the movement to end slavery
    • contributed to the war effort
  4. a race between candidates for elective office
    • I managed his campaign for governor
    • he is raising money for a Senate run
Verb
  1. go on a campaign; go off to war
  2. 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
    • The liberal party pushed for reforms
    • She is crusading for women's rights
    • The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate
  3. run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
    • Who's running for treasurer this year?

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