sex act

noun

Definition of sex actnext
as in sex
sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis the infection can be communicated through the sex act

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  1. relations
  2. mating
Noun
  • Smith praised Carney for improving relations with a province that frequently clashed with his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, over his carbon tax and other energy policies.
    — Rob Gillies, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The waiver also raises questions about Washington’s commitment to Ukraine as relations between the two countries deteriorate.
    — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of relations
Noun
  • The crab digs shallow burrows for mating and molting and frequently maintains several burrows within its territory, the USGS report states.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The gear’s teeth and internal ribs came through clearly, as did the clip’s narrow gate and mating features.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of mating
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“Sex act.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sex%20act. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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