1
as in to survey
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
assigned to poll residents on their views about a program for recycling
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2
as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
time to poll the sheep's wool
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Recent Examples of poll
Griselda Flores, Billboard, 22 July 2025
Incumbent Michelle Wu now is getting 60% of the vote, according to a new Suffolk University poll, heading for margins similar to what Flynn and Menino typically reached during their long mayoral reigns.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 22 July 2025
Mike Snider, USA Today, 22 July 2025
However, when polled on the topic, Americans say the government should disclose more.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 20 July 2025
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Noun
Editor’s Note: The weekly New Music Latin poll results are posted if the poll generates over 1,000 votes.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 22 July 2025
Incumbent Michelle Wu now is getting 60% of the vote, according to a new Suffolk University poll, heading for margins similar to what Flynn and Menino typically reached during their long mayoral reigns.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 22 July 2025
Verb
Coca-Cola revenue rises despite economic 'uncertainty' Coca-Cola's comparable revenue rose nearly 2.5% to $12.62 billion in the second quarter of 2025, beating estimates of $12.58 billion, based on analysts polled by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 22 July 2025
However, when polled on the topic, Americans say the government should disclose more.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 20 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for poll
Noun
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Now, Maineri heads into year 12 with 18 pitchers on his roster, hoping that rising junior Caleb Gilbert and sophomore-to-be Zach Hess will emerge at the top of the pitching rotation.—
John Roach,
NOLA.com,
19 July 2017
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Cal Fire representatives said the current parking mess has already impacted them because the driveway to their station enters the highway not far from the trail head.—
J. Harry Jones,
Ramona Sentinel,
19 July 2017
Verb
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The rooms come with binoculars to encourage you to cozy up and survey the Pacific for whales, dolphins, songbirds and more.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The superintendent and principal also meet monthly with a student advisory committee, and the student body at each school is routinely surveyed for feedback and input, according to the district.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
Verb
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July 22 could end up being the shortest of 2025, with Earth's rotation shaving off about 1.34 milliseconds from the usual 86,400 seconds.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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For trial, Black suggested that Alvarez shave his mustache to detract from the officer’s rough-guy image.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
22 July 2025
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Analysis at the UPenn Museum showed evidence of violence to each of the skulls – with one skull showing both an ax blow and a bullet encased in the skull.—
William E. Watson,
The Conversation,
1 Aug. 2025
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Researchers identified the remains as early humans: two full skeletons and three isolated skulls, along with additional bones and teeth.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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The report also found that for every 100 applicants, only three were invited to interview for the role.—
Liz Elting,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Nixon and Montgomery served as hosts, interviewing teammates and coaches about topics off the field.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 July 2025
Verb
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How to get sparkling rosé nails at home The same rule applies to all nude nails: Lay the foundation first by clipping your nails straight across before rounding the edges with a nail file.—
Fiona Embleton,
Glamour,
28 July 2025
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These hammocks fit over your entire back seat and easily clip to the front and passenger seats to create a hammock with extra space for your furry friend.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
25 July 2025
Verb
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On Thursday, the White House announced that Trump had just sent letters to the heads of 17 major pharmaceutical companies pushing them to cut the prices that Americans have to pay down to the levels that people in other countries pay.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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The latter cuts the greasiness and heaviness of the mayo.—
Anne Byrn,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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World Atlas recommends touring the bronze bell foundry, solar towers and concrete domes.—
Shelby Slade,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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The United States has entered the peak of summer and a new heat dome — sealing in all that hot, humid air — is about to make millions of people feel every bit of it.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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“Poll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/poll. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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