: a strike that is brought against an employer because of a dispute regarding economic benefits or conditions (as wages) Note: Workers engaged in an economic strike can legally be replaced …

STRIKE definition: 1. to refuse to continue working because of an argument with an employer about working conditions…. Learn more.

23 hours ago · The defense secretary's announcement marks the 14th known strike the U.S. has conducted on alleged drug traffickers in recent months.

23 hours ago · The Defense Department "carried out a lethal kinetic strike on yet another narco-trafficking vessel," the defense secretary said.

When there is a strike, workers stop doing their work for a period of time, usually in order to try to get better pay or conditions for themselves.

Oct 23, 2025 · Unionized baristas will begin voting Friday on whether to authorize a strike amid stalled contract negotiations, Starbucks Workers United said.

2 days ago · Minneapolis teachers union votes to authorize strike The vote comes after the union and the district have yet to agree on a contract despite months of negotiations.