Sit-In
/ˈsɪt.ɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) A peaceful protest in which participants occupy an area by sitting and refusing to leave.
The workers organized a sit-in to demand better working conditions.
Forms
- sit-ins
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Commentary
Commonly used in civil rights and labor movements; often involves nonviolent resistance by occupying premises.
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