act
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Alabama Attorney Genera Steve Marshall said in a statement that the halted execution is unfair to the families of Lee's victims, who "were prepared to witness the final act of justice be served".
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
It also has full authority to review and reverse any investigation the Horseracing Authority makes into violations of the act, and can determine whom the Authority should investigate.
From Slate • Jun. 12, 2026
"They better get their act together, and FAST!"
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
He picks me up from Los Angeles International Airport — an act of chivalry that deserves knighthood.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
As their last act, they lowered and packed the ship’s tattered American flag.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
Vocabulary lists containing act
Reading: Literature - Drama - Introductory
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Just Do It: Act
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