vote out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

To expel the holder of an office or other position through an act of voting.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

The incumbent candidate was voted out in a tight race.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “vote out” mean?

To expel the holder of an office or other position through an act of voting.

Is “vote out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.