write in

US /raɪt ɪn/
UK /raɪt ɪn/
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1.

to include someone or something in a list or document by writing their name or details

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Please write in your full name and address on the form.
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The committee decided to write in an additional clause to the contract.
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2.

to vote for a candidate whose name does not appear on the ballot by writing it in

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Many voters chose to write in their preferred candidate.
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It's rare for a write-in candidate to win an election.
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to send a letter or email to a newspaper, magazine, or television/radio program

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Viewers are encouraged to write in with their opinions.
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She decided to write in to the local newspaper about the issue.
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send insubmitcontribute
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