n a race between candidates for elective office
n a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
n several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
n an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
v run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
v 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
v go on a campaign; go off to war
