idioms using “vote”

Vote with one’s feet

To show one’s disapproval by leaving

“The critics liked the movie but the moviegoers voted with their feet and walked out of the theater before the movie ended.”

Don’t get to vote

Don’t have any influence in a particular situation

“We employees complained about the company cafeteria closing down but management made it clear that we don’t get to vote.”

Vote with one’s wallet

To show one’s approval by making a purchase

“Luxury car sales are down due to the economic downturn; customers are voting with their wallets for cheaper cars.”

Vote down

To defeat by vote

“The suggestion to skip the annual ski trip was voted down; everyone wants to get out of the city this weekend.”

Vote of confidence

A show of support

“The designer took the early enthusiasm for her new shoe design as a vote of confidence and spent her own money to develop an entire line of shoes.”