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Uncommonact on
The correct spelling is act on.
How to pronounce act on
verb
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The correct spelling is act on. To act decisively on the basis of information received or deduced. For example: "The policeman decided to act on the tip from his informant."
Usage Examples
“The policeman decided to act on the tip from his informant.”
“World leaders have repeatedly stated that we must act on climate change.”
“Different drugs act on different parts of our body in many different ways.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To act decisively on the basis of information received or deduced.
- 2.To take action against something.
- 3.To affect something.
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