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acted

The correct spelling is acted.

How to pronounce acted

/ˈæk.tɪd/
verb

IPA: /ˈæk.tɪd/

Say it like: Act-ed

The correct spelling is acted. To do something. For example: "If you don't act soon, you will be in trouble."

Usage Examples

If you don't act soon, you will be in trouble.

I started acting at the age of eleven in my local theatre.

A dog which acts aggressively is likely to bite.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To do something.
  2. 2.To do (something); to perform.
  3. 3.To perform a theatrical role.
  4. 4.Of a play: to be acted out (well or badly).
  5. 5.To behave in a certain manner for an indefinite length of time.

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