direct action

noun
🔊/dəˌrekt ˈækʃn/, 🔊/daɪˌrekt ˈækʃn/
🔊/dəˌrekt ˈækʃn/, 🔊/daɪˌrekt ˈækʃn/
[uncountable, countable]
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  1. the use of strikes, protests, etc. instead of discussion in order to get what you want直接行动(用罢工、抗议等方式达到目的)
    • Environmental groups are threatening direct action if plans for the new road go ahead.如果新路的计划继续进行,环保组织将威胁采取直接行动。