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WSJ analyzed videos, photos, audio and witness accounts from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner to show what happened after a man emerged near the elevators, shots rang out, and security sprang into action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
Federal campaign finance records show he donated $25 to a Democratic Party political action committee in support of Kamala Harris for president in 2024.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
While this enforcement action is helpful, the SEC should issue a broader warning against the immediate markup of purchased loans to their NAV when they are acquired at a significant discount.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
Under pressure from the United States, Petro has stepped up military action against the guerrillas in recent months.
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
“But you don’t like lots of eyes looking at you,” said Cat, remembering his comment about Toy Boat’s action figures.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
Vocabulary lists containing action
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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Common Core Grade 6, List 1
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Common Core Grade 5, List 1
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