Word
BDS
Phoneticsbds
Definition
n. Stands for Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions. A global movement that encourages people and companies to stop supporting Israel to pressure it into changing its policies toward Palestinians.
n. Abbreviation for Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions. A Palestinian-led movement promoting various forms of boycott against Israel until it complies with what the campaign describes as its obligations under international law.
Examples
“The student group voted to support the BDS movement.”
“Several international artists cancelled their scheduled performances in Tel Aviv after being pressured by BDS activists.”
“Debates surrounding BDS often center on whether the movement's tactics are a legitimate form of non-violent political protest or a strategy that unfairly targets a single nation-state.”
Examples
simple
“The student group voted to support the BDS movement.”
contextual
“Several international artists cancelled their scheduled performances in Tel Aviv after being pressured by BDS activists.”
complex
“Debates surrounding BDS often center on whether the movement's tactics are a legitimate form of non-violent political protest or a strategy that unfairly targets a single nation-state.”
Usage
Typically used with the definite article ('the BDS movement') or as a modifier for nouns like 'campaign' or 'activist'.
Real-World Examples
“The motion proposed by the Artists’ Union also called for an escalation of “economic, academic, cultural and sports BDS campaigns”.” Domain
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