token strike

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token strike (plural token strikes)

  1. A short strike or work stoppage to signal strength and preparedness.
    • 2012 April 19, Dan Milmo, “Fuel tanker drivers' strike deadline extended into next week”, in The Guardian, →ISSN:
      It is understood that Unite had considered token strike action because under the 1992 act it would allow the union to maintain its strike mandate for a further three months – giving petrol tanker drivers more time to reach a deal with employers.

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