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act

[akt] / ækt /








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Last week, the Scottish government urged schools to act before it introduced new legislation to restrict phone use in classrooms.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The European Union said last month it needed to act more forcefully to rebalance its trade relationship with China.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In addition, distributing money to Americans from any deals “would really take an act of Congress,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Judges won’t always act ethically without legal constraints.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

And Ronnie’s so smart in some ways, he didn’t act surprised or happy.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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