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a person who uses or supports strong actions (such as public protests) to help make changes in politics or society
Antiwar activists were protesting in the streets. political activists
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Recent Examples of activists
That has worried digital rights and free speech activists, who say that India is increasingly using its powers to silence online voices opposing the government, including ordering social media takedowns and blocking access to some accounts.
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Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
The release came ahead of a candlelight vigil outside LAPD headquarters Friday, where activists called for the identification of the officer involved and the release of additional records.
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City News Service,
Daily News,
20 June 2026
Getty Images Generations of activists have protested against cannabis prohibition, taking to the streets in cities around the world to lobby for legalization.
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Sarah Sinclair,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Animal welfare activists have long said the carriage horses are overworked, can get easily spooked on city streets and live in inadequate stables while their drivers regularly flout city rules.
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Michael Casey,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Anti-data center activists have been notching big victories across the country.
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Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
19 June 2026
The countless interactive areas on campus include homages to legendary politicians and activists that inspire the Obamas, plus a wealth of original art, free activities, and mementos from the Obamas' historic two terms in the People's House.
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Kyler Alvord,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
The competing dynamics in Michigan and Maine reflect a broader battle over the direction of the Democratic Party, with establishment leaders viewing more centrist candidates as electable while progressive activists push for more ideologically ambitious candidates.
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Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2026
On the morning of dueling public marches (now also featuring gay-rights activists), Roche, who has moved to the area temporarily, succeeds in kidnapping Cantrell.
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Helaine Williams,
Arkansas Online,
13 June 2026
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
The release came ahead of a candlelight vigil outside LAPD headquarters Friday, where activists called for the identification of the officer involved and the release of additional records.
—
City News Service,
Daily News,
20 June 2026
Getty Images Generations of activists have protested against cannabis prohibition, taking to the streets in cities around the world to lobby for legalization.
—
Sarah Sinclair,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Animal welfare activists have long said the carriage horses are overworked, can get easily spooked on city streets and live in inadequate stables while their drivers regularly flout city rules.
—
Michael Casey,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Anti-data center activists have been notching big victories across the country.
—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
19 June 2026
The countless interactive areas on campus include homages to legendary politicians and activists that inspire the Obamas, plus a wealth of original art, free activities, and mementos from the Obamas' historic two terms in the People's House.
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Kyler Alvord,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
The competing dynamics in Michigan and Maine reflect a broader battle over the direction of the Democratic Party, with establishment leaders viewing more centrist candidates as electable while progressive activists push for more ideologically ambitious candidates.
—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2026
On the morning of dueling public marches (now also featuring gay-rights activists), Roche, who has moved to the area temporarily, succeeds in kidnapping Cantrell.
—
Helaine Williams,
Arkansas Online,
13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activists
supporters
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The supporters started singing a few minutes after the final whistle blew, and the team exchanged hugs on the field.
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In the weeks since, Indian media has reported several student suicides allegedly linked to the immense pressure of the exams, which Dipke and his supporters commemorated this week by lighting candles.
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“Activists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activists. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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