1
as in act
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
as a result of an enactment by Congress, this breathtaking canyon will be permanently protected from development
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as in execution
the doing of an action
the enactment of the crime is suggested but never actually shown on screen
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Recent Examples of enactment
See it Beginning in 2027 with the enactment of the Monument Protection Act, those who make certain historically significant finds will be eligible for cash rewards, according to the release.
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Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025
But the conflicts that had stalled their enactment remain unresolved.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
Mrvan, whose more competitive northwest Indiana district would most likely be targeted, said Trump doesn't want to be held accountable by voters for unpopular policies, such as the scaling back of Medicaid and the enactment of import tariffs.
—Tony Cook, IndyStar, 7 Aug. 2025
According to Head, there are discussions with the city attorney on pausing the permitting of large scale ADU developments until the enactment of ADU reform, which will prohibit them.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
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Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025
But the conflicts that had stalled their enactment remain unresolved.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
Mrvan, whose more competitive northwest Indiana district would most likely be targeted, said Trump doesn't want to be held accountable by voters for unpopular policies, such as the scaling back of Medicaid and the enactment of import tariffs.
—Tony Cook, IndyStar, 7 Aug. 2025
According to Head, there are discussions with the city attorney on pausing the permitting of large scale ADU developments until the enactment of ADU reform, which will prohibit them.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enactment
Noun
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That brief three-month double act between an executive chairman and a CEO is now over.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Though his interests were that of a pretty typical child — computing and gaming, playing the saxophone, enjoying soccer and time with his pets — he was also known for his acts of kindness and generosity.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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This pamphlet was written after Paine narrowly escaped execution during the Terror.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
7 Sep. 2025
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Fantastic execution by everyone by the whole team.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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But because of a different state law, that change would not take effect until after the midterms.—
Elena Shao,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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Although the Bay Area sales tax hike and the statewide transit bond would have to go on the ballot for voter approval next year, SB 79 could become law this week if nothing is done to stop it.—
Susan Shelley,
Oc Register,
16 Aug. 2025
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Since the bill’s implementation, there has been pushback from other representatives to repeal its reporting requirement.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
3 Sep. 2025
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The team plans to begin long-term demonstration operations in South Korea in 2026 to prepare for industrial-scale implementation.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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The moratorium provision was ultimately stripped from the bill before final passage.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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The 29-year-old agreed with the caveat that the 31-year-old friend would fit the bill for all of the ingredients used for the food.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Three years on, the bill is still working its way through the legal process, after multiple amendments, and the most recent refile last month, following fierce opposition from conservative organizations and church groups.—
Ladan Anoushfar,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
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For instance, according to City Bureau, the 2020 Illinois fair tax amendment was supported by 71% of Chicago residents, who believe the rich should pay their fair share.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Owning a canine often gives people a sense of purpose and fulfillment, with 92 percent of cat owners and 94 percent of dog owners agreeing.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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True flourishing encompasses not only material well-being and mental health, but also purpose, relationships, character, and even spiritual fulfillment.—
Robert B. Tucker,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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O’Connell updated a city ordinance that required immigration enforcement to be reported to his office, and endorsed The Belonging Fund, which provided aid to families affected by the raids.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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In May, the West Memphis City Council unanimously approved two ordinances authorizing a $10 billion payment-in-lieu of taxes agreement between the city and an unnamed company.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Enactment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enactment. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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