cross-vote

vb (intr)

(Government, Politics & Diplomacy) to vote against one's own party

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Translations

cross-vote

[ˌkrɒsˈvəʊt] VI → votar en contra del partido

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References in periodicals archive

Talking to ANI, Yadav said the SP might not, but the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders would surely cross-vote in SP's favour.

BJP MLAs will cross vote in SP's favour: Ram Gopal Yadav

Even if none of them cross-votes or uses None of the Above (NOTA) option, the Congress will require one additional vote to ensure Patel's victory.

Rajya Sabha election in Indian state of Gujarat turns into a high-stakes battle

Both candidates managed to attract cross-votes in their favour, ensuring the defeat of the BJP nominee Ajay Maroo who got just 17 votes although BJP on its own has 18 lawmakers in the state.

Congress seeks explanation on vote sale

If anyone cross-votes tomorrow, they will face action from party or even disqualification".

Ahmed Patel confident of winning RS seat from Gujarat

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