campaign

a race between candidates for elective office

• “I managed his campaign for governor”
• “he is raising money for a Senate run”

a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end

• “he supported populist campaigns”
• “they worked in the cause of world peace”
• “the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant”
• “the movement to end slavery”
• “contributed to the war effort”

several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)

an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)

run, stand, or compete for an office or a position

• “Who”

exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for

• “The liberal party pushed for reforms”
• “She is crusading for women”
• “;”

go on a campaign; go off to war