act (toward)

as in to be (to)
to behave toward in a stated way I would never act toward my boss that way

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  • It’s cleverly done, with the audience treated to a young Ollie Rathbone weaving in and out of an opposition defence to score with a thumping finish in junior football just moments before being shown doing exactly the same to break the deadlock after 15 minutes.
    Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 27 June 2025
  • She was taken to the hospital and treated for traumatic injuries, however, on Tuesday it was confirmed that Rose had passed away, per WBAY.com.
    Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 26 June 2025
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  • The tune served as the second official promotional cut from A Rush of Blood to the Head, Coldplay’s sophomore album.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
  • County officials are opening up several police department station lobbies and community rooms to serve as cooling centers.
    Irit Skulnik, Baltimore Sun, 23 June 2025
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  • These terms remain in effect until February 1, 2026, at which point Capital One will update its policies regarding guests and additional users to handle issues of overcrowding.
    Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 23 June 2025
  • The day-to-day operations of Crystal Palace are handled by chairman Steve Parish, as well as Josh Harris and David Blitzer, who own the Devils and Philadelphia 76ers.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 23 June 2025
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“Act (toward).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/act%20%28toward%29. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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