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peace movement
A social and political movement that works to end wars, promote disarmament, and resolve conflicts by nonviolent means.
In den 80er Jahren war die Friedensbewegung in Deutschland besonders stark.
In the 1980s, the peace movement in Germany was especially strong.
The word is made up of 'Frieden' (peace), the linking -s, and 'Bewegung' (movement). So it literally describes a social movement that works for peace.
Die Geschichte der Friedensbewegung ist lang und komplex.
The history of the peace movement is long and complex.
It is often used to describe how people relate to the peace movement. Typical phrases are 'sich in der Friedensbewegung engagieren' (to be active in the peace movement), 'Teil der Friedensbewegung sein' (to be part of the peace movement), or 'sie unterstützen' (to support it).
Schon als Student hat er sich in der Friedensbewegung engagiert.
Even as a student, he was active in the peace movement.
The word 'Friedensbewegung' (peace movement) can function as a collective subject in a sentence and carry out actions. In this case, the movement can demand, protest, or organize.
Die Friedensbewegung protestierte gegen die Aufrüstung.
The peace movement protested against the military buildup.