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action

[ak-shuhn] / ˈæk ʃən /






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They also want formal protection of schools, hospitals and churches from enforcement actions.

From The Wall Street Journal

The students and graduates who brought claims against UCL signed up to be part of the legal action via a website called Student Group Claim.

From BBC

A bipartisan safety bill that the Lilleys backed awaits action in the House.

From The Wall Street Journal

The agency is considering four options for imposing cutbacks starting next year, as well as the option of taking no action.

From Los Angeles Times

Ben Johnson, executive director of the American Immigration Lawyers Assn., said that while the White House has made some “tweaks around oversight,” its actions continue to fall short.

From Los Angeles Times