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Discover LudwigThe phrase "general strike" is a correct and commonly used term in written English.
It refers to a strike or work stoppage that involves a large number of workers from various industries or sectors, rather than being limited to a specific company or industry. You can use the term "general strike" when discussing labor movements, protests, or industrial actions. Here is an example: "The country was paralyzed by a general strike, as workers from all sectors joined together to demand fair wages and better working conditions."
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general strike
noun
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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A general strike!
General Strike".
Some contemplated a general strike.
A general strike may come next year.
Last week, unions staged a general strike.
That includes support for a general strike.
He backed a general strike last year.
A general strike paralysed the economy.
"You have to have a general strike.
Portugal General strike all day.
A general strike is planned for Friday.
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