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noun
A contest that is won purely based on votes awarded by others.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Any situation where a person succeeds over others based on popularity rather than merit.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: broadly, derogatory, figuratively
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noun
competition (real or figurative) for popular support
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: contest
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