strike

Frapper quelqu’un ou quelque chose avec force.

A falling branch struck the roof of the car during the storm.

She struck the nail carefully until it was level with the wooden surface.

The ball struck the window, leaving a crack across the glass.

Lightning had struck the tree, splitting its trunk near the top.

Une période pendant laquelle des salariés refusent de travailler pour protester contre leur salaire ou leurs conditions de travail.

The strike ended after workers and management reached an agreement on pay.

Several train services were cancelled because of a strike by maintenance staff.

Employees voted to support the strike after negotiations failed to produce a result.

The company says it hopes to avoid further strikes by improving communication.