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Definition
Mass movement or campaign.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to organized social or political actions involving large numbers of people. It carries a formal or academic tone, often appearing in news reports or historical discussions rather than casual daily conversation. Unlike more casual terms for gatherings, it implies a structured goal or ideological push.
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This mass movement is being organized on a very large scale.
What is your take on this mass movement?
Related words
Common phrases
to initiate a mass movement
to participate in a mass movement
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Grammar guides
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