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Rareact up
The correct spelling is act up.
How to pronounce act up
verb
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The correct spelling is act up. To misbehave; to cause trouble. For example: "Children may act up in class in an effort to get attention."
Usage Examples
“Children may act up in class in an effort to get attention.”
“Acting up is always recommended when you find yourself under a new boss.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To misbehave; to cause trouble.
- 2.To perform the duties of an appointment senior to that actually held; to deputise for a superior.
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