as in behavior
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
observing the actions of mice in various controlled settings helps scientists understand the effects of certain drugs
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Recent Examples of actions
Analysts believe the strikes could be the first in a series of limited actions designed to test Maduro’s resolve and lay the groundwork for a larger campaign.
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2025
The material can be discomfiting to take in, but Ronan anchors Maria’s every move in the character’s stubborn belief that her actions are well intentioned.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2025
Anything can impact a president's rating, such as legislation passed, actions and elections.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 20 Sep. 2025
One of his earliest executive actions called for FEMA to be dismantled.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Court records did not provide specifics on the circumstances surrounding Higgins' actions.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Sep. 2025
The case involved a New York official who allegedly threatened enforcement actions against regulated entities that refused to dissociate from the pro-gun advocacy group.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 19 Sep. 2025
According to Viviana Romero, a representative of AIRE's Public Education Committee, one of the most effective actions to protect immigrant workers is to have private areas where only staff members can enter.
—Juan Cordoba, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2025
Similar to the way Madueke drove at his man without hesitation, those first-time strikes were very welcome after last season, when many actions in and around the penalty area felt a bit too laborious.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2025
The material can be discomfiting to take in, but Ronan anchors Maria’s every move in the character’s stubborn belief that her actions are well intentioned.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2025
Anything can impact a president's rating, such as legislation passed, actions and elections.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 20 Sep. 2025
One of his earliest executive actions called for FEMA to be dismantled.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Court records did not provide specifics on the circumstances surrounding Higgins' actions.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Sep. 2025
The case involved a New York official who allegedly threatened enforcement actions against regulated entities that refused to dissociate from the pro-gun advocacy group.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 19 Sep. 2025
According to Viviana Romero, a representative of AIRE's Public Education Committee, one of the most effective actions to protect immigrant workers is to have private areas where only staff members can enter.
—Juan Cordoba, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2025
Similar to the way Madueke drove at his man without hesitation, those first-time strikes were very welcome after last season, when many actions in and around the penalty area felt a bit too laborious.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actions
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Tahlequah previously made global headlines in 2018 for carrying a dead calf for over 1,000 miles across 17 days, demonstrating what researchers believe is mourning behavior among orcas.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Mentored youth also saw lower absenteeism rates, fewer school suspensions and improved behaviors.—
Lina Ruiz
September 16,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kershaw’s competitive spirit reaches entirely new levels of intensity as his demeanor is fueled by a disdain for losing.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Zebrowski also noted Daniels’ demeanor after a bad play has improved.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Actions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actions. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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