write-in candidate

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Noun write-in candidate has 1 sense

write-in candidate, write-in - a candidate for public office whose name does not appear on the ballot and so must be written on the ballot by the voters
--₁ is a kind of campaigner, candidate, nominee

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Term: Write-in candidate

Description:

A write-in candidate is an individual who is not officially listed on the ballot but can be voted for by writing their name on the ballot instead.

Sense 1 - Noun:

1.1 - A candidate running in an election whose name is not printed on the ballot.

1.2 - An individual who seeks elected office through the write-in method.

Sample sentences:

1.1:

Many voters were dissatisfied with the listed candidates, so they decided to support a write-in candidate instead.
The write-in candidate made a strong impression on the electorate with their passionate speeches.

1.2:

The incumbent candidate was unexpectedly defeated by a bold and determined write-in candidate.
As a write-in candidate, she faced many challenges campaigning against opponents with greater visibility.

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