
Tally
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.
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.
Continuous Update
A 'running tally' is updated as new occurrences happen.
Keep a running tally of how many customers mention the new product.