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action

[ak-shuhn] / ˈæk ʃən /






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Anthropic said it thinks the government became aware of a method of so-called jailbreaking before Friday’s action.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

You can take them in the build up to a game so you can stay up late to watch the football or after a night of action to help refresh a tired brain.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

The Farms conducts thorough reviews of all reported matters according to California Law and takes appropriate action when warranted, consistent with our commitment to integrity, excellence and accountability.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The legal action comes during a tumultuous time for the Kennedy Center.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

They burst into action, squeaking and splashing and climbing onto the dam.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown




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