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Embargo vs. Boycott
Embargo
Examples:
The city imposed an embargo on all new construction.They lifted the embargo to promote free trade again.Due to the embargo, imports have stagnated significantly.
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Boycott
/ˈbɔɪkɒt/Examples:
Citizens decided to boycott the new fast-food chain.The band's fans chose to boycott the streaming platform.The union called for a boycott against unethical products.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- An embargo is usually implemented by a government or international group, whereas a boycott often involves individual or group actions by non-government entities.
- Embargoes are often legally binding and can have penalties for violation, while boycotts are typically voluntary and done as a form of protest.
- An embargo may prevent trade or commercial activity entirely in a specific area, while a boycott encourages avoiding purchasing specific goods or services.
- Embargo is often linked to political or economic stances on an international level, whereas a boycott can be organized by any group with a social or ethical issue.
- Embargoes affect entire regions or countries whereas boycotts are generally more targeted towards particular companies or products.
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