interacts

Definition of interactsnext
present tense third-person singular of interact

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of interacts Northern light displays occur when solar wind interacts with the atoms and molecules in Earth's atmosphere. ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026 In several scenes, Kim interacts playfully with the dogs. Jen Kwon, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026 Quicksand can occur at any time in these desert environments when water interacts with sand, silt, or clay. Outside, 5 Mar. 2026 The technology works by altering how light interacts with the textile so that the fabric doesn’t visibly darken when wet. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026 The rescue offered a concrete look at how local infrastructure interacts with the natural environment in ways that aren’t always visible. Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026 According to Kästner, the researchers are particularly focused on how water flows through the rock and interacts with the clay barrier. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2026 Avoid choosing colors without thinking about the whole picture; always consider how your shingle selection interacts with surrounding elements, including gutters, doors, shutters, and even landscaping. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026 Personal devotion that does not improve how one interacts with others remains incomplete. Irfan Sarwar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interacts
Verb
  • Launched in Arizona, Canyon Ranch moved its headquarters to Fort Worth after being purchased by real-estate mogul John Goff, who mingles in the crowd along with his wife, Cami.
    Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Her menu mingles brandy-scented shrimp or filet mignon rolled with prosciutto, Parmigiano-Reggiano, caramelized onions, sage and rosemary with tagliolini sauced with pomodoro or lemon cream.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • In this deeply intimate and haunting documentary, Alan Berliner posthumously collaborates with his friend and colleague, experimental New York City filmmaker Benita Raphan, who died by suicide during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
  • The Guilford Police Department regularly collaborates with affiliated agencies in conducting these complex investigations.
    Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The ruling deals a burdensome but potentially temporary blow to the DOJ’s investigation.
    Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Shaheed, Thomas deals official Shaheed (three years, $51 million) and inside linebacker Drake Thomas (two years, $8 million) signed their contracts Wednesday.
    Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Their official Facebook group, Trek Bicycle Store of Highland Park Women’s Group, communicates upcoming events, clinics, and provides practical information about the sport.
    Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
  • In games like Tuesday, when that deep postseason run seems realistic, UCLA pops the ball around on offense and communicates and hustles to overcome its deficiencies on defense.
    Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • There’s a lovely little formula called the small-angle approximation that relates the two.
    Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Feb. 2026
  • But the story Sorkin relates is really all about the insiders, their privileged lives, their thoughts and actions.
    The Know, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • If the weather cooperates next winter, the bulbs can perform well again.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Closure finally feels possible as Luna in your pensive 12th house cooperates with tender Chiron in your 8th House of Delicate Topics.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The latest episode of Inside Inter Miami discusses those questions with reactions from coach Javier Mascherano and defender Maxi Falcon.
    Andre Fernandez, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
  • There is a moment of suspense between the runway and the boutique that everyone in the fashion industry knows well, but rarely discusses out loud.
    Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026

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“Interacts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interacts. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.

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