act (toward)

verb

Definition of act (toward)next
as in to be (to)
to behave toward in a stated way I would never act toward my boss that way

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  1. treat
  2. serve
  3. handle
Verb
  • Despite the cold-blooded crime he's accused of committing, Mangione is being treated as a folk hero by some who are disillusioned with the American healthcare system.
    Liam Quinn, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Iowa played summer exhibition games in Italy and Croatia, and with the help of name, image, and likeness (NIL) sponsorship money from brands like Nike, Buick, and the midwestern grocery chain Hy-Vee, Clark treated her teammates to a yacht outing in the Adriatic.
    Sean Gregory, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of treat
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  • Ginsberg, who died at 87, and Feinstein, who died at 90, were still serving in their positions up until the time of their death.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The city’s iconic landmarks, such as Antoni Gaudí’s Sagrada Família and Park Güell, serve as sources of inspiration for designers, who draw on their intricate details, vibrant colors, and organic forms to create unique and visually striking garments.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of serve
Verb
  • Calm Parenting Podcast—Listen to parenting advice, including how to handle a strong-willed child, from Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin.
    Anna Halkidis, Parents, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The financial services firm handles more than 49 million retirement accounts altogether.
    Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of handle
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