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act

[akt] / ækt /








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It’s all a balancing act that has been going on for years.

From Los Angeles Times

Lord Mandelson has not commented publicly on the allegations, but it is understood his position is that he has not acted in any way criminally and that he was not motivated by financial gain.

From BBC

"I acted on instinct, or maybe I once saw someone do this on a dog or a cat," he told AFP a few days later as he watched the club's youth teams train.

From Barron's

Treasury yields act as a benchmark on borrowing costs for many American consumers and businesses.

From MarketWatch

Lord Mandelson did not respond to requests for comment but the BBC understands his position is that he has not acted in any way criminally and that he was not motivated by financial gain.

From BBC