activist
Example Sentences
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The 1988 protests were a proving ground for activists, some still challenging military rule today.
From Barron's
Despite her reputation in some quarters as a free-speech absolutist — a stroke of branding genius on her part — she is in fact an anti-speech activist.
From Salon
They often help families with food and have taken on a civic activist role when needed.
From Los Angeles Times
It is a good entry point for the activist investor.
In recent years, only China and Iran have put more people to death, according to human rights activists.
From BBC
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