as in to pass
to put into effect through legislative or authoritative action
Congress enacts all laws relating to foreign trade and immigration
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Recent Examples of enact
That could rise to over $400 billion if all of Trump’s new and threatened tariffs, from steel and aluminum, to Mexico, Canada, China and the EU, are enacted.
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Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2025
Over the past few years, at least 26 states have enacted laws restricting or opposing medical care for transgender minors, many of which are being challenged in court.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
And if enacted, reciprocal tariffs may take the place of Trump’s much more severe and punishing campaign proposal of a 10% across-the-board tariff on all goods coming into the United States.
—David Goldman and Matt Egan, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
The preeminent art show Documenta, which takes place once every five years in Kassel, Germany, has enacted a new code of conduct three years after an antisemitism scandal roiled its 2022 edition.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 6 Feb. 2025
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Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2025
Over the past few years, at least 26 states have enacted laws restricting or opposing medical care for transgender minors, many of which are being challenged in court.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
And if enacted, reciprocal tariffs may take the place of Trump’s much more severe and punishing campaign proposal of a 10% across-the-board tariff on all goods coming into the United States.
—David Goldman and Matt Egan, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
The preeminent art show Documenta, which takes place once every five years in Kassel, Germany, has enacted a new code of conduct three years after an antisemitism scandal roiled its 2022 edition.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 6 Feb. 2025
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In Nashville, Tennessee, city officials passed ordinances aimed at muffling extremist activity after more frequent demonstrations by such groups, including an instance in July when demonstrators rushed the council chambers, forcing closure of the gallery.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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That might explain why Willard preferred to see Miguel shooting instead of passing the ball.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Feb. 2025
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Acceptance of a prize constitutes permission for Sponsor and its agencies to use a winner’s name and/or likeness, biographical information, and entry materials for advertising and promotional purposes without additional compensation, unless prohibited by law.—
TIME for Kids,
TIME,
21 Feb. 2025
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Unlike the single-state USSR largely led centrally by Moscow, the EU constitutes a supranational entity consisting of independent nations that adhere to a common set of laws drawn up and approved by participating representatives of member states.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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But for those who care about AI ethics (or, are simply paid professionals who can’t work commercially and violate copyright laws), Adobe’s approach is refreshing in the face of Silicon Valley thieves who believe that breakneck AI development will outpace the courts’ ability to legislate it.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
13 Feb. 2025
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Commonly referred to as the CBA, the multi-hundred-page document is the bible that governs all aspects of the league, legislating major topics such as how the owners and players divide the league’s revenue, and continuing down to outlining punishment for minor infractions.—
Jordan Sargent,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2025
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President Trump approved Kentucky's request for a disaster declaration, authorizing the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate relief efforts throughout the state.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2025
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The settlement terms, including the practice changes, were officially approved by a federal judge in November.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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The four-quel is on track to make $80 million to $85 million over the traditional weekend and $90 million to $95 million with the extra-long President’s Day frame.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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That made getting potential victims to talk to her a bit tricky.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Enact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enact. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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