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enact

[en-akt] / ɛnˈækt /




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Despite some efforts, Congress has failed to enact legislation to protect data privacy, the use of sensitive data by AI systems or to restore the intent of the Electronic Communications Privacy Act.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

She is now looking at trying to maximise production from existing North Sea fields through "tie backs" and enact a radical reform to break the link between electricity prices and rising gas prices.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

In the coming weeks, Maine could become the first state to enact a moratorium on construction of these massive facilities -- which house millions of processors that form the backbone of the internet and AI.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

“It really just comes down to who’s gonna be able to enact their plan.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“It was utter folly to have the players enact his father’s murder in the presence of Claudius himself. How is this revenge?”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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