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walkout

[wawk-out] / ˈwɔkˌaʊt /








NOUN
work stoppage
Synonyms


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Despite Makhachev's record, Machado Garry displayed typical confidence as he made his walkout, before greeting his wife and draping an Ireland flag around him prior to entering the octagon.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

"I had lots and lots of nerves even before the walkout, all day since my heat," Shaw told BBC Scotland.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

French Ambassador Jerome Bonnafont responded to the US walkout, saying: "This year we are celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. And everyone knows the role France has played in that."

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

The walkout lower level includes three bedrooms, providing ample room for guests.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

The Seattle General Strike was the first major labor walkout in a year that would see an almost continuous stream of labor disputes.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler

I heard from friends that screenings at New York’s IFC Center, where “Blue Film” played for an extended run, had their fair share of walkouts.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2026

Trump watched the event octagon-side alongside White, while the United States Marine Band serenaded fighters during their walkouts, which started from inside the White House.

From BBC Jun. 15, 2026

Some have staged multiple walkouts in recent months to bring attention to their concerns.

From Los Angeles Times May 30, 2026

What began as small, isolated efforts—typically, walkouts and work stoppages—coalesced into some of the nation’s first trade unions.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 22, 2026

This entire semester has been one ordeal after another, from race riots to walkouts.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers




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