vote in
B1 neutral separable transitive
In simple words
When people vote and choose someone to be in charge, or say 'yes' to a new rule.
Literal meaning: To bring someone in (to office) by voting — fairly transparent.
Meanings
1 B1 neutral
To elect a person to a position of power or responsibility by voting.
"The citizens voted in a new mayor who promised to improve public transport."
Grammar: separable
2 B2 neutral
To formally adopt a rule, policy, or measure by a vote.
"The members voted in a new constitution at their annual general meeting."
Grammar: separable
Usage notes
Commonly used in political and organizational contexts. Can refer to electing a person or adopting a policy or rule. Very common in journalism and informal political discussion.
Commonly used with
government president mayor candidate rule policy
Forms
Base
vote in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
votes in
he/she/it
Past simple
voted in
yesterday
Past participle
voted in
have + pp
-ing form
voting in
continuous
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Synonyms
elect choose return to office install appoint (by vote)
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