Labor Rights Vocabulary

noun a system of government or politics characterized by the influence of bosses, especially in corrupt ways

• The prevalence of bossism in the workplace can create a toxic environment for employees.
• I can't stand the bossism in this office - it's like we're being micromanaged at every turn.
• The bossism here is out of control - it's like we're all walking on eggshells around the manager.
• The bossism in the political sphere stifles creativity and innovation, leading to a lack of progress.

noun a deliberate reduction in speed or pace

verb to move or act at a slower pace than usual

• It is advisable to go slow when learning a new language to ensure proper understanding of the grammar rules.
• Let's go slow with this project so we don't miss any important details.
• I told him to go slow with his spending, but he just doesn't listen.
• After the accident, she decided to go slow in relationships to avoid getting hurt again.

noun The working class; the social class consisting of people who earn a living through manual labor

• The proletariat is often referred to as the working class in a capitalist society.
• The proletariat are the blue-collar workers who keep the economy running.
• The proles are the backbone of society, man.
• In the chess game of society, the proletariat are the pawns.

verb taking part in a public demonstration in opposition to something

• The citizens were peacefully protesting outside of the government building.
• They were out there protesting with signs and chants.
• The group was straight up protesting against the new law.
• Her stomach was protesting loudly after eating the spicy food.

noun a person who stirs up the passions or prejudices of the public, usually for political or social reasons

• The politician accused the rabble rouser of inciting violence during the protest.
• Don't listen to him, he's just a rabble rouser trying to stir up trouble.
• That rabble rouser is always causing drama wherever he goes.
• She was known as a rabble rouser in the office, always challenging the status quo.

noun a form of protest in which workers refuse to leave their workplace until their demands are met

• The workers organized a sit-down strike to protest against the unfair labor practices.
• The employees decided to do a sit-down strike to demand better working conditions.
• The workers pulled a sit-down strike to show their bosses they meant business.
• Sometimes in life, you have to do a sit-down strike to stand up for what you believe in.

noun a unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest; mutual support within a group

• The community came together in solidarity to support the victims of the natural disaster.
• We all stood in solidarity with our friend during their tough times.
• Let's show some solidarity and help out our buddy in need.
• The different colors of the rainbow symbolize solidarity among diverse groups.

noun a pitched ball not swung at, counted as a ball in baseball

verb cause (someone) to have a particular impression

• The workers went on strike to demand better working conditions.
• The employees decided to go on strike because they were unhappy with their pay.
• The team captain was on fire during the game, every shot was a strike!
• The artist's new painting really struck a chord with the audience.

noun a sudden strike by workers

verb to leave suddenly as a form of protest

• The employees organized a walkout to protest against unfair working conditions.
• I heard there's going to be a walkout at the factory tomorrow.
• The students were so fed up with the teacher that they pulled a walkout during class.
• Her sudden walkout from the meeting left everyone stunned.