acted

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On Sunday evening, Ternus greeted attendees at a welcome reception that in some ways also acted as his coming-out party, analysts say.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

That said, Congress has historically acted when Social Security faced financing challenges, although there is no guarantee about how future lawmakers will address the program’s long-term funding issues.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The classic tale of someone who acted after an everyday encounter comes from Joe Kennedy, patriarch of the political dynasty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Handy has more than 150 acting credits to his name and had acted across television and film since the 1970s.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

“And, Lucinda, you and I acted alike at school, too!” she protested.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix