Tally
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Election Context
Frequently used to describe the sum of votes or points in a contest or election. The tally from yesterday's referendum will decide the policy's future.
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Not Just Math
'Tally' implies a count but in a broader sense than just numbers. We lost track of the tally of times we've visited this café.
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Continuous Update
A 'running tally' is updated as new occurrences happen. Keep a running tally of how many customers mention the new product.