hunger strike

Example Sentences

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In November 2025, the couple embarked on a hunger strike to draw attention to their plight.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Both men have been on hunger strike for the past six days, according to Adalah.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Family members have been clamoring for their release for weeks, including a group of women in Caracas who staged a nearly weeklong hunger strike.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

The doctor, Arreaza, said he had been denied permission to go inside to check on the prisoners, and it was not clear whether any of them were also on hunger strike.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

A hunger strike consists of one thing: not eating.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela