This is the 7726th most frequent Dutch word.
demonstreerden
"Demonstrated" or "protested" (past tense, plural).
Here, 'demonstreerden' is used to indicate participation in a public protest or demonstration.
De studenten demonstreerden tegen de nieuwe wet.
The students demonstrated against the new law.
In this context, 'demonstreerden' means to show or illustrate a technique or process.
Tijdens de kunstles demonstreerden de studenten hoe je een stilleven schildert.
During the art class, the students demonstrated how to paint a still life.
Here, 'demonstreerden' signifies showcasing or proving expertise or abilities.