acting as
Example Sentences
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Ancient stars provide a different kind of evidence, acting as a fossil record of events that occurred billions of years ago.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026
Gavin Robinson said there has to be "consequences" to "people who are law makers who are acting as law breakers"
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Lastly, I would make it a joint effort, with the daughter acting as a peer who is also learning and in need of education — not as an overseer.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
They also serve as executive whisperers, translating the goals and strategies from bosses on high, while also acting as buffers for those higher up the ladder, sparing executives the headaches of petty issues.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
“I have been acting as governess to two children.”
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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