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1
as in interviewed
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
we canvassed people all over town, asking if they would be interested in participating in a recycling program
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as in discussed
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
canvassed all the items on the agenda
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Recent Examples of canvassed
Officers canvassed the area and could not find the paraglider or anyone who was injured, according to Noddin.
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026
Officers canvassed surrounding streets following the incident to deter further reckless driving.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators canvassed the area.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 18 Apr. 2026
At the Jungle, outreach workers have canvassed the camp for weeks to warn residents of the impending sweep and to sign them up for slots at tiny homes or motels.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
Crime scene investigators and detectives canvassed the area for witnesses, physical evidence and surveillance footage.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
The Crime Stoppers canvased a busy part of Belmont Avenue on Saturday, close to where police found the victim's body last month.
—Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Then, beat reporters were asked for their ideas, and the publication canvassed AI, specifically ChatGPT and Gemini, for further feedback.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The hunt for Joel continued on March 21 as authorities canvassed thick woods.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026
Officers canvassed surrounding streets following the incident to deter further reckless driving.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators canvassed the area.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 18 Apr. 2026
At the Jungle, outreach workers have canvassed the camp for weeks to warn residents of the impending sweep and to sign them up for slots at tiny homes or motels.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
Crime scene investigators and detectives canvassed the area for witnesses, physical evidence and surveillance footage.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
The Crime Stoppers canvased a busy part of Belmont Avenue on Saturday, close to where police found the victim's body last month.
—Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Then, beat reporters were asked for their ideas, and the publication canvassed AI, specifically ChatGPT and Gemini, for further feedback.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The hunt for Joel continued on March 21 as authorities canvassed thick woods.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canvassed
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The official spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the ongoing investigation, and said authorities have already interviewed Allen's brother and at least one other family member.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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Federal agents have also interviewed Allen’s sister in Maryland, who told investigators her brother had legally purchased several weapons from a California gun store and stored them at their parents’ home in Torrance without their knowledge, according to the official.—
Eric Tucker,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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At a closed-door conference on April 28, the court and participants discussed the user experience, revealing that several bugs and hurdles remain.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Bass’ office and Airbnb didn’t respond when asked whether that was the amount being discussed, but opponents have seized on that figure.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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More than half of the city residents surveyed, 57%, said life in Chicago was at least somewhat affordable, while 42% said city life was at least somewhat unaffordable.—
Rick Pearson,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Not only that, but 48% of Gen Z adults and 40% of millennials surveyed said the high price of dating gets in the way of reaching their financial goals.—
Charlotte Morabito,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
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As a freshman, Sammy qualified for and debated in the 2025 NSDA National Tournament in Policy Debate, held in Des Moines, Iowa.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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While city leaders debated how to restructure the system, LAHSA employees said the uncertainty is already taking a toll.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Both France and Padres manager Craig Stammen argued the call and replays seemed to clearly show the base of the ball was entirely in foul ground.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The trust has said that recognizes the need for a larger meeting space at the White House, but argued that only Congress could authorize it.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Canvassed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canvassed. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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