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act

[akt] / ækt /








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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