act
Example Sentences
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“Gas prices are the wild card for consumers because they act like a fast-moving tax on household budgets,” said Kenwell.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Chubb “will act as the lead underwriter issuing policies for eligible vessels.”
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called the act a sign of moral collapse by “an enemy in disarray,” stating that such actions will not compel Iranians to surrender.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Whatever the act is, it’s hidden from the trailer, but the ensuing reactions are not.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
“For someone raised with a silver spoon in her mouth you sure don’t act like it.”
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
