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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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The caveat is that those holdings aren’t easy to monetize; many activist investors have tried and failed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

There are 31 activist short-selling firms that published research so far in 2026, down from 55 in 2020, according to research firm Breakout Point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"It sounded like the service would be catering to the ultra-rich woman who's just got a manicure and doesn't want her nails spoiled," said labour rights activist and sociologist Akriti Bhatia.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

During the initial protest at the police station, political activist Tommy Robinson spoke to the crowd.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Boynton's mother, Amelia Boynton Robinson, was a legendary activist; Boynton himself had strong civil rights credentials as well.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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