exact
adjective
strictly accurate or correct.
exacts
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present tense formof exact (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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That all-important cold chain exacts a cost from growers and distributors as well.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
But it, too, exacts a high environment cost.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 6, 2026
Eliot’s failure at anything like full compliance with Claire’s wishes exacts a price.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
Amazon’s advantage exacts a personal toll, workers say.
From Salon ● Nov. 26, 2024
Therefore, enviously, gloatingly, he exacts vengeance upon us for the unalterable deficiencies in his own life.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
