act
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VERBDefinition of act
If you act in some way, you do something that makes people think you are that way.
Example: When he must do something, he acts quickly.
If you act, you perform in a film or a play.
Example: Daniel Radcliffe acts in the Harry Potter films.
Something done, a deed.
Example: Going into the house on fire to help a child was a brave act.
An act is a law made by the government.
Example: The UK's Freedom of Information Act was passed in 2004. It lets people ask questions of the government.
An act is when you do something to make people believe something other than the truth.
Example: Susan seems nice, but it's all an act.
act
EXAMPLESExamples of act
When he must do something, he acts quickly.
Example sentenceDon't do anything strange. Just act normal.
Example sentenceDaniel Radcliffe acts in the Harry Potter films.
Example sentenceGoing into the house on fire to help a child was a brave act.
Example sentenceThe UK's Freedom of Information Act was passed in 2004. It lets people ask questions of the government.
Example sentenceact
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