push poll
push poll
noun
a seemingly unbiased telephone survey that is actually conducted by supporters of a particular candidate and disseminates negative information about an opponent.
Origin:
1990–95
1990–95
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| Main Entry: | push poll |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | an opinion poll done with loaded questions or offering negative information to sway the opinions of those polled |
| Usage: | push-polling n |
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