crusades

'crusades'

[campaign.n.02] as in: a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end

Examples:
he supported populist campaigns
they worked in the cause of world peace
the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant
the movement to end slavery
contributed to the war effort

'crusades'

[crusade.n.02] as in: any of the more or less continuous military expeditions in the 11th to 13th centuries when Christian powers of Europe tried to recapture the Holy Land from the Muslims

'crusades'

[crusade.v.01] as in: exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for

Examples:
The liberal party pushed for reforms
She is crusading for women's rights
The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate

'crusades'

[crusade.v.02] as in: go on a crusade; fight a holy war

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