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acts (toward)

verb

Definition of acts (toward)

present tense third-person singular of act (toward)

as in is (to)

to behave toward in a stated way I would never act toward my boss that way

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Orkin treats a wider variety of pests, including bedbugs and wildlife, and offers additional home maintenance services.

— Dan Simms, USA Today, 11 July 2026
Regional One is currently the only Level 1 trauma center in Western Tennessee and treats over 12,000 patients annually.

— Neil Strebig, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 10 July 2026

Definition of treats

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The groomer parks in your driveway or at your curb, brings your dog into the vehicle and handles the full appointment on-site.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
However, JPMorgan Chase CEO Marianne Lake expressed skepticism about consumer readiness, highlighting concerns over trust, security, and liability when AI handles transactions.

— Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of handles

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Pancakes, omelets, and breakfast burritos are on the Santa Ana Café breakfast menu, while The Plaza Bar & Grill serves cocktails, salads, and sandwiches poolside.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026
Birkenstock 1774, the brand’s elevated and experimental line, serves as a platform for collaborations, uniting the brand’s know-how with the creative vision of some of fashion’s biggest names.

— Augustine Hammond, Vogue, 13 July 2026

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