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to act out
[phrase form: act]
01
comportarsi male, esprimere le proprie emozioni in modo scorretto
to communicate one's emotions, often negative, by misbehaving
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mettere in scena, recitare
to perform a role or a scene on stage
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recitare, interpretare
to play a role as in a child's imaginative play, where they play scenarios with toys or with their friends
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esternare, agire inconsciamente
to unconsciously display one's internal conflicts, emotions, or unresolved issues by visible actions, often as a defense mechanism
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Teenagers may act out when they're dealing with stress or emotional issues.
Some individuals act out as a way of seeking attention or expressing frustration.
The actors will act out a thrilling chase scene in tonight's performance.
Some individuals with certain behavioral disorders may act out their unresolved issues through self-destructive behaviors.
Last night, the cast acted out a powerful monologue that left the audience in tears.
