The study examined how generative acts in early development influence language acquisition.

When John's behavior became erratic and dangerous, the crisis team Baker Acts him and arranges an immediate psychiatric evaluation.

The library maintained a comprehensive archive of Acts of Parliament for public research.

The director insisted that the final acts needed more rehearsal to convey the play's emotional climax.

We watched several circus acts under the big top last night.

When a stray dog approaches, she acts possum until it loses interest.

The committee reviewed the Appropriation Acts to ensure funding for the upcoming fiscal year.

Under the Companies Acts, directors must prepare annual accounts and file them with the registrar.

She play-acts as if she understands the complex theory during the seminar.

Many of the city's public safety improvements were made possible by recent acts of Congress.