solidarity
- solidarity
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a) A
bond of
unity between individuals, united around a
common goal or against a common enemy, such as the unifying principle that defines the
labor movement.
A long time union member himself, Phil showed solidarity with the picketing grocery store workers by shopping at a competing, unionized store.
b) Willingness to give psychological and/or material
support when another person is in a difficult position or needs affection.
Only the solidarity provided by her siblings allowed Margret to cope with her mothers harrowing death.
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