Definition of solidarity
: unity (as of a group or class) that produces or is based on community of interests, objectives, and standards
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Examples of solidarity in a Sentence
The vote was a show of solidarity.
Recent Examples of solidarity from the Web
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Two weeks ago, thousands of people descended on the state Capitol in solidarity with March for Our Lives demonstrations, joining teenagers demanding action on gun control and an end to gun violence.
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This is a welcome display of alliance solidarity, but Vladimir Putin won’t be impressed until the West goes after Russian money abroad.
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For many of the marchers, this was a moment for solidarity.
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Supporters of stricter gun control hold placards during a solidarity rally with 'March For Our Lives' outside the U.S. Embassy in London on Saturday.
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The Supreme Leader seems grateful for Trump’s solidarity.
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Working on their own and with the help of national solidarity organizations, the Dalits are pushing back more than ever against continuing widespread discrimination – and against government failure to enforce existing anti-discrimination laws.
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Sign the solidarity letter and donate to the @TIMESUPNOW Legal Defense Fund: Link in bio.
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There are plenty of reasons for the cross-state solidarity: Oklahoma and West Virginia teachers suffer similar structural indignities.
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Origin and Etymology of solidarity
French solidarité, from solidaire characterized by solidarity, from Latin solidum whole sum, from neuter of solidus solid
SOLIDARITY Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of solidarity for English Language Learners
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: a feeling of unity between people who have the same interests, goals, etc.
Law Dictionary
legal Definition of solidarity
in the civil law of Louisiana
: the quality or state of being solidary : existence of a solidary obligation
- will not presume solidarity
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