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act

Pronunciation: [/ækt/]

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act: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use act in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

She acts in school plays and loves being on stage.

Example

He never acts rude towards others; he's always polite.

Example

Why did he act surprised when you told him the news?

Context: “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.

Example

Her act of kindness towards the stranger touched everyone's heart.

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His act of aggression made everyone uncomfortable.

Example

Why did his act of generosity make you happy?

Context: “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.

Example

The new act will reduce pollution and protect the environment.

Example

Breaking the act of privacy can have serious consequences.

Example

What does the act say about using electronic devices during the exam?

How to pronounce act

Pronunciation: [/ækt/]

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