acting

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“I continue to be amazed by what this extraordinary group of people are achieving every day even amidst all the forces acting against us. And Elon is one of the best humans I know.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“The managing board and the supervisory board will thoroughly examine the offer and issue a reasoned statement, acting in the best interests of the company, its shareholders, employees and customers,” Hugo Boss said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

I’m not saying this is the way, necessarily, it’ll always be, but at least over the last several years, acting is like this cherry on the cake.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

At the time, Todd Blanche still headed the office, before assuming the role of acting attorney general in April.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Katherine shot Jonah a glance that said, See, I told you they’re acting mental.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix