take to the streets

Example Sentences

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So when people do take to the streets in large numbers, it usually signals something deeper.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

“We’re ready to take to the streets again, once the time is right,” said Ahmad, who says he always keep canned food, frozen meals and aid supplies at home.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

In early January, Pahlavi called on Iranians to take to the streets at 8 p.m. on Jan. 8.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Pahlavi himself has called for people to take to the streets.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

Did you stay indoors where it was safe, or did you take to the streets with the other protesters?

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi