operatives

Example Sentences

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That's something he came to appreciate while researching the undercover operatives known as "legends", who inspire aspects of The Agency.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

The Five Eyes network alleged Chinese military intelligence operatives pose as recruiters from private consultancies and think tanks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The joint statement said the ceasefire was "contingent on a complete cessation" of fire by Hezbollah as well as evacuation of the group's operatives from southern Lebanon.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The committee’s chairman, Ken Martin, shared the postelection autopsy after coming under intense pressure from Democratic operatives, and apologized for how he handled its release.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The Osage Tribal Council was the only governing body to publicly single out and praise White and his team, including the undercover operatives.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann