enact
verb (used with object)
to make into an act or statute.
have enacted
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present perfectof enact.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Monterey Park became the first city in the country in June to permanently ban data centers by a popular vote, and at least four other San Gabriel Valley cities have enacted moratoriums.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
In some states, such as Nebraska, lawmakers have enacted programs like caregiver tax credits.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026
More than two dozen states have enacted bans since Idaho did so in 2020.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
Many nations are moving to address the dangers of chatbots and image generators -- from misinformation to online abuse and copyright violations -- but few have enacted legislation.
From Barron's ● Feb. 28, 2026
Many towns have enacted laws that prevent people from building on flatlands near the water.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
