No. 11,094 in Russian
голодание
Fasting or starvation.
In a sentence
Голодание может быть способом улучшить здоровье.
Fasting can be a way to improve health.
Here, 'голодание' refers to the practice of voluntarily abstaining from food for health reasons, showing its use in a wellness or medical context.
В результате длительного голодания организм начинает испытывать серьёзные проблемы.
As a result of prolonged fasting, the body begins to experience serious issues.
In this example, 'голодание' is used to describe an extended period without food, emphasizing its impact.
Политический активист начал голодание в знак протеста.
The political activist started a hunger strike in protest.
'Голодание' here indicates a hunger strike, showcasing its application in the context of sociopolitical actions.
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