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down-vote vs down vote

Both "down-vote" and "down vote" are correct, but their usage depends on the context. "Down-vote" is commonly used as a compound verb in online platforms to indicate the action of voting negatively on a post or comment. On the other hand, "down vote" can be used when referring to the act of voting negatively without the hyphen. Both forms are acceptable, but "down-vote" is more commonly seen in online settings.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 954 views

down-vote

This is correct, especially in online platforms to indicate the action of voting negatively on a post or comment.

Use "down-vote" as a compound verb in online platforms to indicate the action of voting negatively on a post or comment.

Examples:

  • I'm going to down-vote that comment because it's inappropriate.
  • Users can down-vote posts they disagree with on the forum.
  • Down Vote. Not approving a shitty definition on Urban Dictionary. Man- This definition is terrible. And by terrible i mean it sends schockwaves of pain and hate  ...
  • An up or down vote refers to a direct vote in the U.S. House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate on an amendment or bill; it is sometimes referred to as a ...
  • ... but only within a small time limit, so be careful with those clicks. To change a vote from down to up, click the up arrow without undoing the down-vote, and vice  ...
  • ... "The President vetoed the bill". 2. vote down - vote against vote down - vote against; "The faculty turned thumbs down on the candidate for the Dean position".

Alternatives:

  • disapprove of
  • vote down
  • give a negative vote to
  • express disapproval by voting down

down vote

This is correct and can be used when referring to the act of voting negatively without the hyphen.

Use "down vote" when referring to the act of voting negatively without the hyphen.

Examples:

  • I'm going to down vote that proposal because I disagree with it.
  • The option to down vote a post is available on the website.
  • Down Vote. Not approving a shitty definition on Urban Dictionary. Man- This definition is terrible. And by terrible i mean it sends schockwaves of pain and hate  ...
  • An up or down vote refers to a direct vote in the U.S. House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate on an amendment or bill; it is sometimes referred to as a ...
  • ... but only within a small time limit, so be careful with those clicks. To change a vote from down to up, click the up arrow without undoing the down-vote, and vice  ...
  • What does voting look like? Below each comment there are up-vote and down- vote buttons which will add your vote to the tally.

Alternatives:

  • vote against
  • cast a negative vote
  • express disapproval through voting down
  • oppose by voting negatively

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