act
Aussprache: [/ækt/]
Wort
Kontext: „performing“
(verb) to do something or behave in a particular way, like when you pretend to be a character in a play or do something for a specific reason.
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She acts in school plays and loves being on stage.
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He never acts rude towards others; he's always polite.
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Why did he act surprised when you told him the news?
Kontext: „showing emotions“
(noun) a way of showing how you feel or expressing your thoughts or emotions, just like when you smile to show you are happy or make a sad face when upset.
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Her act of kindness towards the stranger touched everyone's heart.
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His act of aggression made everyone uncomfortable.
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Why did his act of generosity make you happy?
Kontext: „group of laws or rules“
(noun) a written law passed by a government or an organization's official set of rules, similar to the rules in a game or code of conduct at school.
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The new act will reduce pollution and protect the environment.
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Breaking the act of privacy can have serious consequences.
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What does the act say about using electronic devices during the exam?
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