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agitator

[aj-i-tey-ter] / ˈædʒ ɪˌteɪ tər /


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The DHS officials have said that demonstrators were repeatedly warned to leave federal property, and they have described Black as an agitator.

From Salon Apr. 6, 2026

One possible approach is buying the stock when the agitator is first making noise and then selling if the target company finally gives in to an activist’s demands.

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

“To ensure the safety of the officers, the agitator and the public, the agitator was removed from his vehicle and detained,” said spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 27, 2026

In a statement on X, Omar said: "I'm ok. I'm a survivor so this small agitator isn't going to intimidate me from doing my work. I don't let bullies win."

From BBC Jan. 27, 2026

Once an agitator gathered a crowd around him in front of the Y.M.C.A. building.

From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz




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