action
definition: something done, usually as opposed to something said
example: There were stories of murders and other unnatural actions.
speech part: noun
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definition: the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field
example: the action is no longer in technology stocks but in municipal bonds
speech part: noun
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definition: a military engagement
example: The unit saw action in Korea.
speech part: noun
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military action
definition: a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another
example:
speech part: noun
synonyms:
legal action
action at law
definition: an act by a government body or supranational organization
example: recent federal action undermined the segregationist position
speech part: noun
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definition: the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism
example: the piano had a very stiff action
speech part: noun
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action mechanism
definition: the trait of being active and energetic and forceful
example: A person ready to jump, leap, or run at any moment is ready for action.
speech part: noun
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definition: the series of events that form a plot
example: The writer's newer novels have a lot of action.
speech part: noun
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definition: a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)
example: the action of natural forces
speech part: noun
definition: the state of being active
example:
speech part: noun
synonyms:
activity
activeness
definition: to put in effect
example: I actioned the plan.
speech part: verb
definition: to institute legal proceedings against
example: It looks like we will have to action them to get the to budge.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
process