activism
noun
ac·tiv·ism
ˈak-ti-ˌvi-zəm 
: a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue
political activism
environmental activism
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The film—which was then also banned in France—is an exploration of activism on behalf of the procedure’s legalization.
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The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
After emigrating from Pakistan more than two decades ago, Aaron Bashir has built a career as an accountant and been involved in community activism.
—Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 1 Oct. 2024
His Central American activism inspired the 1990 concept album, Third World Warrior.
—Stephen L. Betts, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2024
This led to a life of activism for George, who now often partners with his parents and wife Amal Clooney to tackle pressing worldwide issues with the Clooney Foundation for Justice.
—Ale Russian, People.com, 29 Sep. 2024
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The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
After emigrating from Pakistan more than two decades ago, Aaron Bashir has built a career as an accountant and been involved in community activism.
—Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 1 Oct. 2024
His Central American activism inspired the 1990 concept album, Third World Warrior.
—Stephen L. Betts, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2024
This led to a life of activism for George, who now often partners with his parents and wife Amal Clooney to tackle pressing worldwide issues with the Clooney Foundation for Justice.
—Ale Russian, People.com, 29 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for activism
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“Activism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/activism. Accessed 14 Oct. 2024.
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