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mass movement

American

noun

an organized effort by a large number of people, especially those not forming part of the elite of a given society, to bring about pervasive changes in existing social, economic, or political institutions, frequently characterized by charismatic leadership.

Etymology

Origin of mass movement

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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So far, officials say there is no sign of mass movement toward Turkey linked to developments in Iran.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

That’s where you start to get into mass movement and mass liberation.

From Slate • Oct. 13, 2025

The ban was lifted on Monday - but by then the protests had swelled into a mass movement.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

But not everyone wants to participate in another four years of mass movement work.

From Salon • Nov. 25, 2024

I have always believed that to be a freedom fighter one must suppress many of the personal feelings that make one feel like a separate individual rather than part of a mass movement.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

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