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