# walkout

/ˈwɔˌkaʊt/ (US) · /wˈɔːkaʊt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/walkout
Updated: 2026-05-28

## Definition

a situation where a group of people leave a place together, usually to show they are unhappy or to protest. It can also mean a short walk for exercise or fun.

For teachers: the act of a group of people leaving a location simultaneously, typically as a form of protest or to express dissatisfaction. Also refers to a short, leisurely stroll for exercise or pleasure.

## Examples

- The workers staged a walkout to protest their low pay.
- The sudden walkout by the lead actors forced the production team to halt filming for several weeks while they attempted to resolve the contract dispute.

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