operative
Example Sentences
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The investigation centered on Swalwell’s ties to a suspected intelligence operative, Christine Fang, or Fang Fang, who worked as a volunteer raising money for his congressional campaign.
From Los Angeles Times
Now he’s President, and history and the world want to know if that boast is still operative.
There was no immediate comment in response to AFP's request from the Israeli army, which usually says it is targeting Hezbollah sites or operatives with its attacks.
From Barron's
The Russian operatives in Africa were breaking new ground by moving into Angola, it is claimed.
From BBC
Slovenian officials said they worked with European partners to identify Black Cube operatives who they say participated in the alleged plot to influence its election.
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