The end to the long strike showed how far Mexico has moved toward that goal.

Many union members predicted a long strike, remembering that their last one, in 1981, continued for 22 days.

Following a long strike in the 1980s, the mills shut down, and with them went most of the jobs.

He was jailed for two years following a long strike.

So could Joe have played that game and, say, sat out a long strike with his teammates?

Both sides say they are prepared for a long strike.

So the family feels ready for a very long strike.

But the union's president said that anything less would be inadequate, even if a long strike resulted.

Even at some larger companies, a long strike could pose problems.

A long strike could take a significant toll on union and management.