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vote down a proposal

Phrasal-verb Legislation

Meaning

to reject a suggestion or proposal by voting against it

Example Sentences

"The parliament voted down a proposal to increase military spending."

Related Expressions

step up for responsibility

to take on a challenge or responsibility willingly

switch off from

to disconnect mentally from work or stress

get over with

to finish something unpleasant

hand over responsibilities

to transfer duties or control to someone else

simmer down with

to calm yourself by using something soothing

sit back

to relax and not take any action for a while