Base verb
Phrasal verbs with act
The verb act combines with 3 particles to form everyday phrasal verbs. Each particle steers the meaning in its own direction — here they are with clear definitions and examples, so you can see the whole family at once.
3 phrasal verbs · 4 meanings
act on
1 sense- Take action because of advice or information
act out
2 senses- Perform a scene, story, or plan with actions
- Express feelings through aggressive or attention-seeking behaviour
act up
1 sense- Behave badly or stop working properly
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