crusade (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /kruːˈseɪd/
Definition
A vigorous, organized campaign for a cause or idea, often with strong moral conviction, or historically, a medieval military expedition by Europeans to recover the Holy Land from Muslims.
Examples
The senator led a political crusade against corruption in government.
Historically, the Crusades were a series of religious wars sanctioned by the Latin Church.
She dedicated her life to a personal crusade for animal rights.
How to Use crusade
- crusade against (prepositional phrase)
- To campaign strongly in opposition to something. — "The group crusaded against the proposed tax increase."
- crusade for (prepositional phrase)
- To campaign strongly in support of something. — "Activists are crusading for stronger gun control laws."
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