interact

verb

in·​ter·​act ˌin-tər-ˈakt How to pronounce interact (audio)
interacted; interacting; interacts
Synonyms of interactnext

intransitive verb

: to act upon one another

Examples of interact in a Sentence

They're quiet children who don't interact much.
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Other records in the Epstein files include allegations made to the FBI that Wexner interacted with young women and possibly underage girls in Epstein’s presence. Curt Devine, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026 When the city’s portion of the tax bill is reduced, the services residents interact with most directly are affected first. Lisa Mallozzi, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026 Theme parks push Entertainment companies are also finding ways to interact with viewers in person. Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026 On Monday, sheriff’s officials said investigators are concerned there may be unreported victims and asked that any parents with children who may have interacted with Sigl to call the Sheriff’s Office at 916-874-5115. Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interact

Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interact was in 1852

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“Interact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interact. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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interact

verb
in·​ter·​act ˌint-ə-ˈrakt How to pronounce interact (audio)
: to act on one another

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