act
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My other sister spoke with someone at one of the nursing homes, who said I may be able to buy out my mom’s half based on a fair-market-value appraisal, if I act soon.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The peak deliberately falls short of the 177 metres of Barcelona's Montjuic hill -- an act of religious respect from Gaudi who believed the hill was the work of God.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
The decision undermines efforts to show that Europe can act strategically and with common purpose.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
When you first encounter an act with the name Tara Clerkin Trio, you might assume it’s a jazz outfit.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
“I know you’re sorry. But next time you like get one boy’s attention, act nice. Compliment the hat. Don’t go throw it out a window. Okay?”
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
Vocabulary lists containing act
Reading: Literature - Drama - Introductory
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Just Do It: Act
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