Act

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NOUN

a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body

something that people do or cause to happen

a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet

a short performance that is part of a longer program

a manifestation of insincerity

VERB

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

behave in a certain manner

play a role or part

discharge one's duties

pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind

be suitable for theatrical performance

have an effect or outcome

be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure

behave unnaturally or affectedly

perform on a stage or theater

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