Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Sympathy Strike.
Sympathy Strike - as a noun
A strike in support of other workers who are on strike; a strike not resulting from direct grievances against the workers' employer
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sympathetic strikeExample Sentences
"Workers at the factory went on a sympathy strike to support their colleagues who were laid off."
"The union called for a sympathy strike in solidarity with the workers facing pay cuts."
"The employees of the airline joined the sympathy strike organized by the pilots' union."
"During the sympathy strike, production at the plant came to a complete halt."
"The workers walked out of the office as part of a sympathy strike demanding better working conditions."
