CAMPAIGN

(noun) an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
synonyms : hunting expedition , safari
(noun) 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"
synonyms : cause , crusade , drive , effort , movement
(noun) several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
synonyms : military campaign
(noun) a race between candidates for elective office
"I managed his campaign for governor", "he is raising money for a Senate run"
synonyms : political campaign , run
(verb) go on a campaign; go off to war
synonyms : take the field
(verb) run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
"Who's running for treasurer this year?"
synonyms : run
(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
"The liberal party pushed for reforms", "She is crusading for women's rights", "The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate"
synonyms : agitate , crusade , fight , press , push

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