action figure

noun

: a small-scale figure (as of a superhero) used especially as a toy

Examples of action figure in a Sentence

a collection of action figures of his favorite superheroes
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Hasbro reported earnings in the last three months of the year above analysts' estimates but expected revenues this year to fall below forecasts due to weaker demand for toys like Star Wars action figures and Nerf guns. Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025 The company's first attempt, in 2008, was Bakugan, a ball that transforms into different action figures. Alana Semuels, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025 Domestic sales were driven by Hot Wheels, action figures, building sets and games, partly offset by declines in Infant, Toddler, and Preschool (primarily Baby Gear & Power Wheels) and dolls, primarily Barbie. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2025 Instead, the boy was creating short films using action figures, adding voice-over narration, and displaying a level of creativity that amazed his mother. J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 17 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for action figure 

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of action figure was in 1950

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“Action figure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/action%20figure. Accessed 24 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

action figure

noun
: a small-scale figure (as of a superhero) used especially as a toy
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