Vote Count
/ˈvoʊt kaʊnt/
Definitions
- (n.) The official tally of votes cast in an election or referendum to determine the outcome.
The final vote count confirmed the winner of the election.
Forms
- vote count
- vote counts
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Commentary
Accurate vote counting is crucial for the legitimacy of elections; legal challenges often focus on discrepancies in the vote count.
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