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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Does her medical condition affect her ability to treat patients?—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
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They were also treated to a celestial marvel, witnessing a total solar eclipse from beyond the moon.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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When ready to serve, taste asparagus salad and season with more salt and pepper if needed.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Apr. 2026
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The group says the centralized location near the bus stop will help the free market better serve residents in the surrounding cities.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Aviators — who lost to the Renegades, 28-23, on Sunday — announced after Ginn's arrest that offensive coordinator Todd Haley would handle head coaching duties for the team, per Yahoo Sports.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Act (toward).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/act%20%28toward%29. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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