as in actor
a woman or girl who acts in a play, movie, etc.
The versatile actress can seemingly play any role. The actresses in the musical vastly outperformed their male counterparts.
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Recent Examples of actress
Oscar-winning actress Youn Yuh-jung always seems to have the answer.
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Regina Kim, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Michael Jackson fans will not get to see actress Kat Graham portray Diana Ross in forthcoming biopic Michael.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Launched by the global luxury brand to support the work of women in cinema, Kering’s 2026 Women in Motion Award this year goes to Emmy-, Golden Globe-, and Oscar-winning actress Julianne Moore at the Cannes Film Festival.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
In 2019, actress Selma Blair said her multiple sclerosis led to spasmodic dysphonia, pointing out in an interview with Good Morning America that her voice sounded shakier than usual.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
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Regina Kim, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Michael Jackson fans will not get to see actress Kat Graham portray Diana Ross in forthcoming biopic Michael.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Launched by the global luxury brand to support the work of women in cinema, Kering’s 2026 Women in Motion Award this year goes to Emmy-, Golden Globe-, and Oscar-winning actress Julianne Moore at the Cannes Film Festival.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
In 2019, actress Selma Blair said her multiple sclerosis led to spasmodic dysphonia, pointing out in an interview with Good Morning America that her voice sounded shakier than usual.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for actress
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actress
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In a recent Equity survey, 71 % of actors from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds still reported that hair and makeup departments were unable to meet their needs, something that undermining wellbeing, authenticity and production values.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Many of his royal relatives have also made memorable trips over the years, with experiences ranging from trying a hot dog for the first time to dancing with actor John Travolta.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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No performer has ever won back-to-back guest drama actor Emmys for the same role.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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The determination means Lane will be the show’s only potential leading performer in this year’s Tony race.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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But Taraborrelli believes that revisiting a moment in time when Jackson and his music became a cultural phenomenon, as well as enlightening new generations to his otherworldliness as an entertainer, should be a reason for unity.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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Instead of mockery, expect mindreading when Oz Pearlman fills the entertainer slot on Saturday night.—
Rob Crilly,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
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Jayson Tatum also suffered an apparent calf injury, which is a major concern for a player just under a year removed from an Achilles injury.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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That escalated into a shoving match that spilled into the sideline, causing players from both teams to intervene.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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“Actress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actress. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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