hunger strike

noun

: refusal (as by a prisoner) to eat enough to sustain life
hunger striker noun

Examples of hunger strike in a Sentence

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Some lese majeste activists have gone on hunger strike while in prison. Helen Regan, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025 This follows numerous prisoners taking part in hunger strikes last month to protest inadequate medical care, poor food and lockdowns. Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 21 Aug. 2025 Jewish Voice for Peace chapters across the United States are hosting similar campaigns, including hunger strikes and fasting in solidarity with Gaza. Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 6 Aug. 2025 When hunger strikes, dine at Arlo Grey, helmed by Top Chef winner Kristen Kish, or grab a casual bite and drinks at Cantero. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for hunger strike

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hunger strike was in 1889

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“Hunger strike.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hunger%20strike. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.

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hunger strike

noun
: refusal (as by a prisoner) to eat enough to stay alive

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