canvass
verb | play \ˈkan-vəs\ | can·vass
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a : to examine in detail; specifically : to examine (votes) officially for authenticity : to examine (votes) officially for authenticity
b : to make the subject of discussion or debate
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: to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
: to seek or solicit orders or votes