A strike is a temporary stoppage of work or a collective withdrawal of labor by a group of workers or employees from their workplace as a form of protest or to exert pressure on their employer to meet specific demands or grievances, such as for better wages, improved working conditions, job security, or other employment-related issues. Strikes are a key tactic used by labor unions as part of collective bargaining to negotiate with employers and advocate for the rights and interests of their members. The decision to strike is often a significant one, involving a collective vote by union members, and it can have economic and social consequences for both the workers and the employer.