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It has jailed environmental activists and is planning to limit the power of judicial oversight by handing a state-approved body a monopoly over bringing environmental lawsuits.
2023 January 11, “Network News: Court decision overturned: Six HS2 activists face retrial”, in RAIL, number 974, page 9:
The six activists will now face a retrial at Highbury Magistrates' Court, in front of a new judge.
One who is conspicuously active in carrying out any occupational or professional functions.
1971 September 26, “They Will Affect The Nation For Years To Come”, in New York Times:
Even in the area of free speech, Justice Harlan sometimes emerged as more activist than his brother
2009 December 10, “Angst Over GM's Activist Board”, in BusinessWeek:
Now GM has what may well be the most activist board ever.
2012 June 1, “Gov. Christie's court pick blocked”, in Cherry Hill Courier Post (NJ):
Gov. Chris Christie has long complained that New Jersey's Supreme Court is too liberal and too activist
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Etymology
Originated in the early 20th century. Equivalent to actief + -ist. This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term.