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act

Words that start with 'act' — often related to act or use 'act' as a base.

the process of doing something; a deed or activity

Her quick action prevented an accident.

to make something active or operative; to start a device or process

Press this button to activate the machine.

engaging in action or participation; functioning

He stays active by cycling every morning.

a person who performs in plays, films, or television; a doer

The actor delivered a powerful performance.

to make into law; to put into practice or formalize by action

The legislature will enact the new safety regulations.

to respond to a stimulus, event, or situation

How did she react to the news?

to act on one another; to communicate or work together

Children interact with peers during playtime.

to act against something to reduce its effect or neutralize it

The medication helps counteract the side effects.

to remove or take out by effort; (n.) a concentrated substance taken from something

They will extract DNA from the sample.

to reduce the value, importance, or quality of something

Minor flaws should not detract from the book's overall quality.