suffrage

noun

ˈsə-frij How to pronounce suffrage (audio)
Definition of suffragenext
as in vote
the right to formally express one's position or will in an election even as the world entered the 21st century, some nations still did not permit women's suffrage

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Recent Examples of suffrage Over the past century, feminist movements in France have also successfully pioneered campaigns for women’s suffrage, reproductive rights and greater gender equality. — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2026 Or that women’s suffrage in America was first secured here thanks to a bill introduced in 1869, back when it was called Wyoming Territory. — Téa Obreht, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026 The Seneca Falls Convention began on July 19, 1848, a seminal moment for the women's suffrage movement. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 17 July 2026 Wilson, played by understudy Merrill Peiffer on opening night, recurs as a comedic yet antagonizing force throughout the show, making a years-long series of excuses for not promoting women’s suffrage. — Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for suffrage
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  1. vote
  2. ballot
  3. franchise
Noun
  • Not only will the risk of Russian interference be at an all-time high, but a nationwide vote will create high concentrations of civilians ripe for strikes.
    — Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Fan votes kept him on the show until Tuesday, when he and Carson, and her burgeoning baby bump, were eliminated.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of vote
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  • For individuals whose citizenship cannot be independently verified, the state is to instruct local election officials to segregate their ballots until their status can be determined.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The state also invoked an upcoming ballot measure as a reason for the justices to refrain from intervening.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of ballot
Noun
  • The brand focuses on major NBA franchises including the Knicks, Warriors, Lakers, Celtics and 76ers.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The competition began in 2013 as an idea from the Murrell family to celebrate the franchise’s crew.
    — Mya Copeland, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of franchise

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“Suffrage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suffrage. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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