pac

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Definition

A PAC (Political Action Committee) is an organization in the United States that collects and donates money to political candidates or campaigns.

Usage & Nuances

'PAC' is almost always used when discussing U.S. politics or elections. The term is an abbreviation and is usually capitalized and pronounced as individual letters: 'P-A-C'. Do not confuse with 'pack' (a different English word). Common in news about campaign finance.

Example Sentences

The senator received donations from a PAC.

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A PAC can give money to support a candidate.

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Many groups form a PAC during elections.

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Did you see which PAC spent the most this year?

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Some people think PACs have too much influence in politics.

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Every election year, there's news about a new PAC raising record funds.

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