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Example Sentences

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If designers understood the hurdles that users faced, they could reduce the friction between intention and action by making the machine intuitive to use.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

What no one expected was that the most heated exchange of the night would come after the bulk of the action.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

“I want to thank President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin for taking action and working alongside us to help survivors get the support they need and deserve,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

"It was noted that intense military action is leading to serious negative consequences not only regionally but also globally, including in the areas of energy, trade, and logistics," it added.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

She had given her complete attention to the food she was making, and what was attention but love in action?

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith