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as in actress
one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show)
my sister went to drama school to become an actor
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as in participant
one who takes part in something
Benjamin Franklin was a major actor in many of the events leading up to the founding of our nation
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Recent Examples of actor
After a major character was killed off in 'Euphoria' on May 24, the actor revealed what went into his final scene involving a coffin and snake.
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Joelle Goldstein, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Wilson cites Nolte as one of his primary inspirations as an actor.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
They are joined by yet more British actors including James Purefoy and Charlotte Riley in the roles of Adam's parents, the rulers of Eternia.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Instead, actors deliver intimate readings with the scripts in hand.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2026
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Joelle Goldstein, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Wilson cites Nolte as one of his primary inspirations as an actor.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
They are joined by yet more British actors including James Purefoy and Charlotte Riley in the roles of Adam's parents, the rulers of Eternia.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Instead, actors deliver intimate readings with the scripts in hand.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actor
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The actress is referring to the Elle Kennedy novel, part of the author’s titular Off Campus book series, which the show’s first season is based on.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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Thora Birch, the 44-year-old actress best known for Hocus Pocus, American Beauty, and Ghost World, came out as bisexual during a recent interview.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
22 May 2026
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During the simulation, participants take executive roles and negotiate on behalf of their boards while seeking to grow, defend, or preserve their market positions.—
Henrik Totterman,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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As Memorial Day observances take place on May 25, participants in parts of the eastern half of the United States could be dodging showers and thunderstorms, while the west remains mostly dry and hot.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
24 May 2026
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Szoboszlai, who became the first Liverpool midfielder to reach double figures for both goals and assists since Steven Gerrard in 2013-14, was undoubtedly their standout performer over the course of the season.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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If nominated in the supporting actress category, Moafi would become the first Persian actress and the first Middle Eastern performer overall recognized in the category.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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But in hiring the three-time Stanley Cup winner, the Ducks earned credibility in terms of coaching acumen and became an attraction for players.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Scheffler took advantage of two long birdie putts and one big break on the 17th hole for a 3-under 67 to share the lead with six other players — former PGA champion Martin Kaymer perhaps the biggest surprise — on a tough day in the Philadelphia suburb.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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It will be donated to the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago, where the entertainer launched his comedy career, CBS News reported Thursday.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2026
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In May 2026, the popular children's entertainer announced the news that his older son, Isaac, had died on May 21 following his diagnosis with stage 3 mouth cancer.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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And in doing so, Gunther often lulls crowds into becoming sporting event spectators rather than the raucous participators that most other wrestlers try to draw out of them.—
Sean Neumann,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
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For a pioneering English thespian, whose career has been largely defined by a character consumed with obsession, this particular project carries an unintended symbolism.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 Apr. 2026
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After word gets out that Frank Capra plans to see a matinee performance, a series of comedic twists and turns determines the fate of whether the two thespians achieve their acting ambitions.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Actor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actor. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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