acts
/ækts/
verb
- To do something; to take action.
- You need to act quickly if you want to catch the bus.
- The government must act to reduce pollution in the city.
- She decided to act on her friend's advice and apply for the job.
- To behave in a particular way.
- Don't act so surprised — you knew about the party all along.
- He always acts like a gentleman in public.
- The children acted strangely when the teacher entered the room.
- To perform a role in a play, film, or television show.
- He acted in several movies before becoming a director.
- She will act the part of Juliet in the school play.
- Many famous actors started acting in small theater productions.
- To have a particular effect or function.
- A good teacher acts as a guide for students.
- The brakes act to slow down the car when you press the pedal.
- This medicine acts quickly to relieve headaches.
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noun
- Something that someone does; a deed or action.
- Every small act of kindness can make a big difference.
- The hero's brave act saved many lives during the fire.
- Helping the elderly woman cross the street was a kind act.
- A law passed by a government or legislative body.
- The new education act will provide more funding for schools.
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed discrimination based on race.
- Parliament passed an act to protect endangered species.
- A main division of a play, opera, or performance.
- During the second act, the villain reveals his evil plan.
- The first act of the play introduces all the main characters.
- The opera has three acts and lasts about three hours.
- A performance or routine, especially by a musician, comedian, or other entertainer.
- The magician's act amazed the audience with disappearing doves.
- The opening act warmed up the crowd before the main band played.
- She practiced her comedy act for months before the talent show.
- A pretense or false behavior meant to deceive or impress.
- The politician's friendly smile seemed like an act to win votes.
- His calm attitude was just an act; inside he was very nervous.
- Don't believe her tears — it's all an act to get sympathy.
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