crusade

US /kruːˈseɪd/
UK /kruːˈseɪd/
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a medieval military expedition, one of a series made by Europeans to recover the Holy Land from the Muslims in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries.

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The First Crusade began in 1096.
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Many knights joined the Crusade.
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an energetic and organized campaign concerning a political, social, or religious issue.

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She launched a crusade against child poverty.
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The organization is on a crusade to protect endangered species.
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to participate in or lead a crusade.

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He decided to crusade for environmental protection.
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They are crusading against injustice.
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