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general strike

Noun

Meaning

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general strike (plural general strikes)

A coordinated work stoppage by a substantial proportion of the workers of a particular city, region or state, normally to achieve economic or political goals.

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Examples

1955–1979 Julio Lozano Díaz was president between 1954 and 1956 In October 1955, after the general strike in 1954, young military reformists staged a coup that installed a provisional junta. Source: Internet

After a 24-hour general strike, talks began and the armed forces announced a plan for return to civilian rule. Source: Internet

A general strike was called for April 6. Violent incidents began to occur on the evening before the strike. Source: Internet

After calling off a threatened strike in July the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) reconsidered a general strike in August after the government imposed conditions on Abiola's release. Source: Internet

After a general strike and further demonstrations, the government and opposition signed an agreement to hold a "national forum" on 12 June 1991. Source: Internet

A general strike was organised by the Limerick Trades and Labour Council, as a protest against the British Army 's declaration of a "Special Military Area" under the Defence of the Realm Act, which covered most of Limerick city and a part of the county. Source: Internet

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