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1. A process or state of functioning: Jesse was told by the mechanic that his car was not in action yet.
An action may apply to more than one procedure and therefore it often suggests continued or repeated efforts over a period of time.
2. A process that one consciously does and which may be characterized by physical or mental procedures: Ted was told that getting his work assignment done was a crisis that demanded action and not an argument.
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ag-, agen-, act-, agi-, agit-
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Quotes: Acts, Action
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(number, search engine, eye actions, protector of the eyes)
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“actions”
Any action; such as, striking or boycotting, that is taken by workers to protest against working conditions, managerial policy, etc.
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stru-, struct-, -structure, -struction, -structive
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A description of component functions of locomotion: Mr. Jones told his son to watch the action of his dog's hocks while practicing for the upcoming dog show. ".
Action is a synonym for "gait" in some standards.
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Dog or Canine Terms +
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A court proceeding; either civil, to enforce a right, or criminal, to punish an offender; legal action: An action at law concerns a court litigation where opposing parties litigate an issue involving an alleged wrongdoing which may be for the protection of a right or for the prevention of a wrong.
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(the relative locations of sections of the body, or bodily organs, and their actions and activities)