A protest kicks off B1
A demonstration suddenly starts in the town square.
break out — start suddenlyA: Did you hear about the protest downtown?
B: Yeah, apparently a fight broke out and the police had to step in.
call for B2 — publicly ask forA: Did you hear the mayor called for stricter traffic laws?
B: Yeah, I think it's about time.
take action — do something (to solve a problem or make a change)A: The noise from the construction is getting worse every day.
B: I know. Maybe we should take action and talk to the building manager.
Outside the town hall
A: There's a massive crowd in the square. Looks like a protest broke out about half an hour ago.
B: What's it all about?
A: They're calling for the council to keep the library open.
B: Good on them, honestly.
Deciding to join
A: Everyone keeps moaning but nobody wants to take action.
B: Well, there's a march on Saturday. Shall we go?
A: Yeah, go on. Better than just sitting about complaining.