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The government has tried other tactics to address the issue; the FAA implemented stiffer penalties in recent years for passengers who act out on planes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Players roll a dice to move their pawns across the board, with each landing spot corresponding to cards containing questions or instructions to act out disaster-specific responses.

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

Now we’re in a comedy structure where it’s act out and mix up a set up, a punch line, etc.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025

Similarly, Marie-Louise said freedom of speech "doesn't mean you have to be nasty" or "act out of manner", but rather "just stay true to yourself".

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2025

The boys had to act out their rivalry too.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston




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