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to act up
[phrase form: act]
01
sich bemerkbar machen, Schmerzen verursachen
to cause regular discomfort or pain, often related to a physical illness or health issue
Example
The arthritis in his hands acts up more during cold weather.
His old knee injury acts up every time it rains, causing him pain.
I ca n't play sports right now because my ankle is acting up again.
02
sich daneben benehmen, unartig sein
to behave in an improper manner, often disregarding rules or social norms
Example
Children may act up when they are seeking attention from their parents.
During the class, some students tend to act up and disrupt the lesson.
The party became chaotic when a few guests started acting up after drinking.
03
nicht richtig funktionieren, stören
(of mechanical devices, technology, or equipment) to not work properly
Example
When the weather is very cold, my smartphone 's touchscreen can act up.
The car 's engine acted up, and it suddenly stopped on the highway.
My old computer tends to act up whenever I run multiple applications.
04
vorübergehend einspringen, übernimmt vorübergehend eine höhere Position
to be temporarily assigned to a higher position within an organization or role
Example
The assistant coach will act up as the head coach during his absence.
Due to the manager 's illness, I had to act up as the team leader for a week.
While our supervisor is on maternity leave, John will act up as the interim department head.
Beispiel
The arthritis in his hands acts up more during cold weather.
His old knee injury acts up every time it rains, causing him pain.
I can't play sports right now because my ankle is acting up again.
When her back starts acting up, she has trouble with daily activities.
Stress can make chronic conditions act up, so it's important to manage it.
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