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action figure

noun

Definition of action figure

as in doll

a small figure often of a human being used especially as a child's plaything a collection of action figures of his favorite superheroes

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Recent Examples of action figure In 1987, Masters of the Universe, the first live-action movie based on the Mattel action figures, was released in theaters. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026 Woody and action figure Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) are the star players of a film franchise that over 31 years has explored the special nature of childhood memories while creating more than a few of its own. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 The Rock People were a feeble attempt to cash in on the shapeshifting craze, as Stonedar, Rokkon, and Granita (the latter never immortalized as an action figure) could turn themselves into… er, meteors. — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 4 June 2026 In a unique spin on the company’s Masters of the Universe action figure line, this year’s SDCC exclusive is the Masters of the Universe Chronicles Gym Bro Skeletor, which references a memorable moment from the new live-action MOTU movie. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for action figure

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There’s no way the doll monsters at the pond were the whole point of the Lake of Tears, right?

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
The brand has seen its fair share of criticism in regards to doll diversity.

— Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 3 July 2026

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