enact

verb

i-ˈnakt How to pronounce enact (audio)
Definition of enactnext
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 Beyond concerns about enacting and enforcing these restrictions, some policymakers also worry that total bans could push some kids to migrate to even riskier online spaces. — Ari Lightman, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2026 Some experts dismiss the equal-weight mantra and say that if an investor wants to enact a strategy reflecting this approach, just invest in a mid-cap fund in addition to a core S&P 500 holding. — Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026 Neighboring countries such as Chile and Colombia have recently enacted landmark legislation to shorten their respective workweeks to 40 and 42 hours, which emboldened Brazilian labor groups to seek the same. — Mauricio Savarese, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026 Officials said the decision was made as part of the district's ongoing efforts to comply with Texas Senate Bill 12, enacted in 2025, and other applicable laws. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enact
  1. pass
  2. constitute
  3. legislate
  4. approve
  5. make
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  • Grid current passes through silicon carbide transistors that switch at high frequency before sending it through a small conventional transformer, preserving the essential electrical isolation between the grid and everything downstream.
    — Alex Pasternack, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Those who could passed the task on to domestic workers or commercial laundries.
    — Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 19 Oct. 2026
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  • Brecka did not respond to requests for comment, but Chris Woodward, a public relations representative for him, said in an email that the health issues discussed on Brecka’s podcast do not constitute medical advice.
    — Amy Maxmen, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The songs constitute the first new music she’s released since tying the knot with husband Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden in July.
    — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of constitute
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  • Critics claim that members are either uninterested in doing their job or more focused on showboating and gaining social media impressions than legislating.
    — Scott Warren, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Khan also called on Congress to step in and legislate the growing industry.
    — Isabel Danzis, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of legislate
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  • Nations have another year, but much time is needed to adopt legislation on spending programs and approve it all so money can be flowing by January 2028.
    — Lorne Cook, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Even though the board approved the landscaping at the meeting, Swift and Kelce will have to present a third plan at a future meeting.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of approve
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  • The producer made some pointed observations about the state of independent cinema.
    — Lise Pedersen, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The acquisition of 100 percent of ZO Skin Health will be made in an all-cash transaction and funded through cash reserves and bank financing.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
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“Enact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enact. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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