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Recent Examples of hunger strike
Months earlier, he was arrested in Havana for peacefully protesting in support of Otero Alcántara, who was then on a hunger strike.
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Maykel Gonzalez, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2025
Frustrated and feeling unable to get their voices heard after nearly six months of a strike to demand more pay and benefits, these eight therapists were taking their protest to the next level with a five-day hunger strike.
—Katia Riddle, NPR, 12 Apr. 2025
Panahi has faced legal battles for years; he was arrested and then freed in 2022 amid a hunger strike while in incarceration for his protests against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Apr. 2025
Related article Young Thai activist’s death in detention after 65-day hunger strike sparks calls for justice reform
For years, human rights organizations and free speech campaigners have said the law has been used as a political tool to silence critics of the Thai government.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
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Maykel Gonzalez, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2025
Frustrated and feeling unable to get their voices heard after nearly six months of a strike to demand more pay and benefits, these eight therapists were taking their protest to the next level with a five-day hunger strike.
—Katia Riddle, NPR, 12 Apr. 2025
Panahi has faced legal battles for years; he was arrested and then freed in 2022 amid a hunger strike while in incarceration for his protests against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Apr. 2025
Related article Young Thai activist’s death in detention after 65-day hunger strike sparks calls for justice reform
For years, human rights organizations and free speech campaigners have said the law has been used as a political tool to silence critics of the Thai government.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hunger strike
Noun
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That means there’s potentially double the enjoyment for those with a sweet tooth in Parker.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
20 May 2025
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The vibe: This baker's bread is buttered by special orders and wedding cakes, but the retail shop is a solid stop for a sweet tooth. Stop by: 9am-5pm Tuesday through Saturday at 121 W. Elm Street in Rogers.—
Worth Sparkman,
Axios,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Aid groups have warned of famine and say the aid that has come in is nowhere near enough to meeting mounting needs.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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After more than two months without aid entering Gaza, raising the risk of famine for millions of people, some aid trucks have begun entering the territory in the past few days.—
Kerem Inal,
ABC News,
26 May 2025
Noun
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With summer fast approaching and most of us spending much more time in the sun, any reminder to wear sunscreen is a good one – but especially if a 17-time WWE world champion tells you to.—
Sam Woodward,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Look for sales: Start at the sales rack With summer fast approaching, retailers are likely to advertise Memorial Day sales.—
Julia Doyle,
CBS News,
13 May 2025
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Their admirably robust menu indulges coastal cravings via seasonal oysters and Gulf shrimp while appeasing land lovers with steakhouse favorites and handmade pastas.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
26 May 2025
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In particular, the drugs can boost insulin sensitivity (in part by slowing the passage of food in the GI tract) and act on parts of the brain that influence appetite and cravings, all of which can reduce that never-quite-full feeling common in folks with PCOS.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
20 May 2025
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“Hunger strike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hunger%20strike. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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