The term "Charles C. Boycott" has become synonymous with the act of boycotting due to the actions of an English land agent in Ireland during the 1880s. When he evicted tenants who were unable to pay higher rents, the local community responded by refusing to work for him or engage in any business dealings with him, effectively isolating him. This organized resistance garnered significant attention, leading to the term "boycott" being used to describe similar acts of protest against individuals or organizations. The term has since permeated various social and political movements worldwide.
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