What is another word for were on strike?
Pronunciation: [wɜːɹ ˌɒn stɹˈa͡ɪk] (IPA) 
When employees refuse to work to protest against their working conditions, they are said to be on strike. This action may be prompted by a variety of reasons, including low wages, poor working conditions, and insufficient benefits. Strike is a term used to describe peaceful and non-violent protest, with workers often holding pickets outside their place of work. Synonyms for "were on strike" include walkout, job action, work stoppage, protest, industrial action, and sit-in. These terms indicate a collective decision to withhold workplace labor until demands are met, and are often effective ways to force management to address workers' concerns and grievances.
