That said, actual involvement in overt activity is a more valid marker of leadership than simply a reputation.

I'll need a list of Ashton's present overt activities and affiliations.

Over the next few years, he and Caroline lived quietly, avoiding overt political activity.

In terms of overt activity of an anti-Semitic nature, they may want to end that.

Although a week had passed without any overt activity, Spence's secret police force was living up to his standards, even in his absence.

"We fully understand that some nations will be comfortable supporting overt activities," he said.

With the collapse of communism, overt criminal activity has increased.

We should also have covert and overt activities to encourage voices of dissent within the country.

The 10 processes of change are "covert and overt activities that people use to progress through the stages."

On the whole he was happy with the outcome, for his presence had kept any overt activities to a minimum.