action figure

noun

Definition of action figurenext
as in doll
a small figure often of a human being used especially as a child's plaything a collection of action figures of his favorite superheroes

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Recent Examples of action figure Along the walls is limited-edition Clash of Clans merchandise, including a Hog Rider action figure, skeleton stickers and limited-edition mugs and T-shirts. — Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2026 Born in London, Nolan fell in love with movies as a child and began making short videos with his action figures. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 July 2026 Joe is the popular action figure line launched in mid-1960s as a realistic soldier toy but was relaunched into its modern incarnation in the 1980s. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 In a unique spin on the company’s Masters of the Universe action figure line, this year’s SDCC exclusive is the Masters of the Universe Chronicles Gym Bro Skeletor, which references a memorable moment from the new live-action MOTU movie. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for action figure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for action figure
  1. doll
  2. puppet
Noun
  • One element Davy loved was giving Jules black eyeliner under her eyes — a detail that’s a little baby doll-like.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026
  • May this doll remind every child and every collector that dreams have no limits, excellence leaves a lasting imprint, and true greatness never goes out of style.
    — Alexis Mikulski Ruiz, VIBE.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of doll
Noun
  • While trying to save one of Afton’s victims, a young girl named Charlotte dies and her vengeful spirit possesses Marionette, a creepy puppet animatronic.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Brian Henson’s adventurous stage show featuring improv and sketch comedy with the iconic Henson puppets and puppeteers is back for a limited eight-performance run.
    — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of puppet

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“Action figure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/action%20figure. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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