action
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Definizione e significato di "action"in inglese

01

azione giudiziaria

a formal or legal process in which it is decided if someone has done something wrong or illegal
action definition and meaning
Esempi
The plaintiff initiated legal action to seek damages for the harm done.
02

azione

the process of doing something, often requiring effort, with a specific purpose or goal in mind
Esempi
A quick action by the lifeguard saved the swimmer from drowning.
Un'azione rapida del bagnino ha salvato il nuotatore dall'annegamento.
03

the condition or state of being active or engaged in activity

Esempi
She prefers work with plenty of action and movement.
04

azione

the act of fighting a war or battle
Esempi
Diplomats worked to end the prolonged action that had devastated the region.
I diplomatici hanno lavorato per porre fine alla prolungata azione che aveva devastato la regione.
05

a process or effect produced by nature, not human intent

Esempi
The action of gravity keeps planets in orbit.
06

the part of a mechanism that transmits power or motion

Esempi
The lever controls the action of the press.
07

the characteristic of being active, energetic, or forceful

Esempi
The manager valued employees with action and initiative.
08

azione

the sequence of events forming the plot of a story or drama
Esempi
Writers must carefully structure the action in a thriller.
09

the most important, interesting, or energetic work or events in a field

Esempi
Social media is where the marketing action is today.
10

an operation or measure undertaken by a government or international body

Esempi
Action by authorities prevented the outbreak from spreading.
11

fast-moving events that create excitement, suspense, or danger

Esempi
The action in the final sequence was breathtaking.
12

an enjoyable or stimulating activity

Esempi
Camping trips can be full of action for kids.
13

azione sessuale, rapporti sessuali

sexual activity or intercourse, often used with a quantifier
Slang
Esempi
She gave him some action last night.
Lei gli ha dato un po' di azione ieri sera.
01

used to indicate the start of an activity, especially a performance or recording

action definition and meaning
Esempi
The stage manager signaled " Action! " to start the play.
to action
01

attuare, eseguire

to take steps or do something in order to achieve a particular goal or result
Esempi
The team will action the plan once the budget is approved.
La squadra metterà in azione il piano una volta che il budget sarà approvato.
02

to initiate legal proceedings or file a lawsuit against someone

Esempi
Legal counsel advised them to action the claim immediately.
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