act
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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
Under current legislation, a practising Sikh may wear a small blade, known as a kirpan, close to the body but drawing it in an act of aggression is illegal.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 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
Anyway, you can see how Buddy got to be known as the worst boy in Sassafras Springs, even though no one ever caught him in the act, not once.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
Vocabulary lists containing act
Reading: Literature - Drama - Introductory
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