reformer

Example Sentences

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The 57-year-old has built a reputation as a reformer intent on curbing the waste of public money and attracting EU funds, but has been criticised for his "inflexibility".

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Mr. Orbán, visibly less vigorous at 62, lost to the fiery young reformer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

He no longer spoke primarily as a reformer, but as a performer on the political stage—a power broker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

On the way in, I had seen women in the reformer room chatting animatedly as they packed up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

Though not primarily a reformer, Lawes had strong opinions about the possibilities of prisons.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover