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action
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¡Acción!, ¡Empezar!
used to signal the beginning of an activity, typically a performance
What is the origin and context of use of 'action'?
The interjection "action" has its origin in gaming and entertainment culture, particularly in the context of video games, movies, and other forms of media. It is often used to exclaim excitement or anticipation for an upcoming event or to prompt someone to take action. The use of "action" as an interjection has also extended beyond its original contexts into everyday language, where it can be used informally to incite excitement, energy, or motivation.
Action
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acción, acto
the process of doing something, often requiring effort, with a specific purpose or goal in mind
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acción, actividad
the state of being active
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acción, intervención
the act of fighting a war or battle
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acción, proceso
a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)
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acción
a formal or legal process in which it is decided if someone has done something wrong or illegal
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acción, mecanismo
the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism
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acción, actividad
the trait of being active and energetic and forceful
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acción
a series of events that are represented in a story or drama
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acción, actividad
the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field
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acción, medida
an act by a government body or supranational organization
to action
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implementar, activar
put in effect
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interponer, demandar
institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against
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