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activist

[ak-tuh-vist] / ˈæk tə vɪst /
NOUN
abolitionist
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NOUN
propagandist
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NOUN
protestor
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Indeed, my mantra through much of the decadeslong campaign had been—to borrow a phrase that at least one ardent activist actually tattooed on her arm—“There is no marriage without engagement.”

From Slate Aug. 3, 2026

Zirin’s lively biography of this activist should remind everyone that history isn’t just about facts and figures but also context and compassion.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

He is less critical of Ms. Hedren, who is now 96 years old and an animal-rights activist.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

Every year the Labour Women's Conference brings together hundreds of women from Labour's activist base, including MPs, councillors, and supporters.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

The man whose house was targeted was a political activist.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai

South Korean police raided the Starbucks national headquarters Wednesday, the chain's local operator told AFP, following allegations an advertising campaign defamed activists slain in 1980 pro-democracy protests.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

My parents have watched other Muslim activists investigated and arrested, and fear the same could happen to me.

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

The Mahajan family has joined with animal-rights activists advocating the ban and on July 27 announced plans to sue the city.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

The Liuzzo family was harassed for their mother’s activism even after her death, but the event galvanized activists all over the country, becoming one impetus for Congress to finally pass the landmark 1965 legislation.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

Friends would be there, as well as many of the activists still alive.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose




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