acting

Example Sentences

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However, the UK government has been accused of not acting fast enough to protect Cyprus from enemy drones and missiles.

From BBC

Possession of a police scanner is not illegal in New Zealand, but distributing or acting on information heard on it is a crime.

From BBC

He continued to defend his response to the conflict, insisting he was acting in accordance with "our principles" and "Britain's best interests".

From BBC

It can’t observe that one kid doesn’t seem to be acting like themselves lately and that something may not be right at home.

From MarketWatch

The 56-year-old had no official post during his father's rule, but was speculated to be acting behind the scenes to pull strings at the heart of power in Iran.

From Barron's