dissident
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The aircraft, which were operated by the Cuban-American dissident group Brothers to the Rescue, were carrying three US citizens when they were downed, all of whom were killed.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
“I’m not looking to be a high-profile dissident, or anything like that,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
The term "dissident republicans" describes a range of individuals who do not accept the Good Friday Agreement.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Then, consider the philosophical gap: For instance, Ai is a dissident whose criticism of the Chinese government led to his imprisonment for 81 days in 2011, without any formal charges brought against him.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
A few days ago, Mr. Washburn was issued revised orders to vacate the compound and have no further dealings with any dissident elements.
From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez
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