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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
There’s been talk but not enough action to be able to deal with the risks of this continuing for a longer period of time, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
The legal action comes during a tumultuous time for the Kennedy Center.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
The court approved a new certification in March, meaning some existing surveillance could theoretically continue until March 2027 even without fresh congressional action.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
I could get the call to action at any time, and, when it comes, I need to be ready.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
Vocabulary lists containing action
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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Common Core Grade 6, List 1
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Common Core Grade 5, List 1
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