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kroo-SAYD/kruːˈseɪd/

A crusade is a determined campaign for a cause; historically, a medieval Christian military expedition: a crusade against; the Crusades. Campaign is the modern twin (already in the dictionary); war is broader. The public-health crusade still needs a named statute. Mix-up: cruise (previous); cruse. Do not write crusade for a mild leaflet drop with no sustained effort.

Meaning

A determined campaign for a cause; historically, a medieval Christian military expedition.

Examples

• “The public-health crusade still needs a named statute, the source said.”
• “The Crusades featured in the medieval enquiry, which is the historical-war sense.”

Good to know

a crusade against / for; the Crusades. Modern twin: campaign. Trap: cruise. History, news, and citizenship. A determined campaign, or a medieval war — specify.

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