hunger strike

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Activists say some family members of those imprisoned in the facility have gone on hunger strike to demand the release of their relatives.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

Activists say the health of some relatives who have gone on hunger strike to demand the release of their loved ones is quickly deteriorating.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Last year, Kaiser mental health workers held a hunger strike in Los Angeles to demand that the healthcare provider improve its mental health services and patient care.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Besigye was briefly admitted to hospital in February last year following a hunger strike.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

A hunger strike consists of one thing: not eating.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela