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Boycotts

Verb / ˈbɔɪˌkɑ:ts / Another word for boycotts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a form of protest or disapproval.

Synonyms & similar words

boycott patronize protest strike avoid shun refuse reject abstain boycott proscribe blacklist blackball exclude ban spurn repudiate repel eschew forbid withhold sacrifice

Example sentences

  1. Many people joined the boycott of plastic straws to help protect the environment.
  2. The students decided to boycott the school cafeteria until the food improved.
  3. The workers went on strike to boycott the unfair labor practices.
  4. I will boycott this brand because they test their products on animals.
  5. The community came together to boycott the grocery store that sold expired food.

Quotes

  • The boycott was a powerful tool against injustice. - Nelson Mandela
  • Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed. If people all over the world would do this, it would change the earth. - William Faulkner
  • The only way to deal with injustice is to face it directly. - Alice Walker

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