| 单词 | action |
| 释义 | action —action /ˈæk.ʃən/ noun (ACTIVITY) B1 [U] things that are happening, especially exciting or important things: » I like films with a lot of action.» In her last novel, the action (= the main events) moves between Greece and southern Spain.Thesaurus+: ↑Events and occurrences , ↑Accidents and disasterswhere the action isF0 at the place where something important or interesting is happening: » A journalist has to be where the action is.Thesaurus+: ↑Places and locations , ↑Unpleasant placesWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in action• • • Extra Examples:» I like a lowbrow action movie once in a while.» Her latest film is the staple offering of action and comedy which we have come to expect.» It's a typical action film with plenty of spectacular stunts.» At various points in the play, the action tips over from comedy into farce.» He landed a part in a multi-million pound action thriller and made the Hollywood A list.noun (EFFECT) ► F0 [S] the effect something has on another thing: » They recorded the action of the drug on the nervous system.Thesaurus+: ↑Outcomes and consequencesWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in action• • • Extra Examples:» Accumulations of sand can be formed by the action of waves on coastal beaches.» The action of market forces means that the cost of something rises if demand for it rises and the amount available remains constant.» His many years of research made him an expert on the action of snake venom.» The distinctive landscape has been formed by the action of running water on the limestone.» The project will study the action of various drugs on the human body.noun (SOMETHING DONE) B2 [C] something that you do: » She has to accept the consequences of her actions.» I asked him to explain his actions.Thesaurus+: ↑Acting and acts , ↑Dealing with things or peopleC2 [C] a physical movement: » I'll say the words and you can mime the actions.» It only needs a small wrist action (= movement of the wrist) to start the process.Thesaurus+: ↑Acting and acts , ↑Dealing with things or peopleWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in actionCollocations:–Verbs-lu. take action» By taking quick action, the company hopes to reassure its customers.-lu. go/leap/spring/swing into action» When they heard of the disaster, relief agencies sprang into action.-lu. call for/demand action» Local residents are demanding action over graffiti.-lu. prod/sting sb into action» The new laws have prodded schools into action on bullying.-lu. put [a plan/an idea] into action» We need to put plans into action to deal with the floods.–Adjectives-lu. appropriate/decisive/direct/drastic/effective action» He said he would be prepared to take drastic action if necessary.-lu. immediate/prompt/swift/urgent action» The situation requires urgent action.-lu. collective/concerted action» Mending the ozone layer requires concerted action from the whole global community.-lu. take evasive action» When two planes come close in the air an alarm goes off warning the pilots to take evasive action.-lu. a rearguard action» The country is fighting a rearguard action against trade restrictions.-lu. a reflex action» Wright's second goal was superb, almost a reflex action.-lu. ready for action» He was feeling fit and ready for action.–Types-lu. affirmative/disciplinary/industrial/military/political/strike action» Athletes who test positive for illegal drugs will face disciplinary action. –Nouns-lu. a course of action» It's hard to know what is the best course of action.-lu. an action committee/plan/program» The council's action plan covers jobs and training.-lu. a plan of action» We need a plan of action for dealing with the problem.-lu. the consequences of sb's actions» The court has to decide whether the child is old enough to understand the consequences of his actions.–Prepositions-lu. in action» The athlete was back in action after three months recovering from an injury.-lu. [be/put sb/keep sb] out of action» A new virus has put many computers out of action.-lu. take action against sb/sth» Environmentalists want the government to take action against air pollution.-lu. take action on/over sth» Walker is considering taking action over the issue.-lu. be/get in on the action» My neighbours are having a party and I want to get in on the action.-lu. the action of sb» The whole class should not be punished because of the actions of a few individuals.–Phrases-lu. a piece of the action» Now that some native-American tribes have set up successful gambling casinos, everyone wants a piece of the action.-lu. (be) in the thick of the action» He scored two goals and was in the thick of the action throughout the match.-lu. take responsibility/be (held) responsible for your (own)/sb's actions» She is not responsible for the actions of her brothers.• • • Extra Examples:» She wrote an angry letter to the paper complaining about the council's action.» The four soldiers received medals for their brave actions.» The defendant was depressed and therefore not fully responsible for her own actions.» We will not allow the violent actions of terrorists to change our way of life.» I'm sorry I punched him, it was a reflex action.noun [C or U] (LEGAL PROCESS) ► C1 a legal process that is decided in a law court: » a libel action» She brought an action (for negligence) against the hospital.» A criminal action was brought against him.» The book was halted in South Africa by a threat of legal action.Thesaurus+: ↑Court cases, orders and decisionsWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in actionnoun [U or C] (WAY THING WORKS) ► C2 the way something moves or works: » We studied the action of the digestive system.» The car has a very smooth braking action.Thesaurus+: ↑Functioning , ↑Performing a functionWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in actionnoun [U] (DOING SOMETHING) ► B2 the process of doing something, especially when dealing with a problem or difficulty: » This problem calls for swift/prompt action from the government.» [+ to infinitive] Action to prevent the spread of the disease is high on the government's agenda.» We must take action (= do something) to deal with the problem before it spreads to other areas.» So what's the plan of action? (= What are we going to do?)» The complaints system swings into action (= starts to work) as soon as a claim is made.» The committee was spurred into action (= encouraged to do something) by the threat of government cuts.Thesaurus+: ↑Acting and acts , ↑Dealing with things or peopleWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in actionWord Builder:–Nouns: act, action, inaction, interaction, reaction, transaction–Adjectives: acting–Verbs: actCollocations:–Verbs-lu. take action» By taking quick action, the company hopes to reassure its customers.-lu. go/leap/spring/swing into action» When they heard of the disaster, relief agencies sprang into action.-lu. call for/demand action» Local residents are demanding action over graffiti.-lu. prod/sting sb into action» The new laws have prodded schools into action on bullying.-lu. put [a plan/an idea] into action» We need to put plans into action to deal with the floods.–Adjectives-lu. appropriate/decisive/direct/drastic/effective action» He said he would be prepared to take drastic action if necessary.-lu. immediate/prompt/swift/urgent action» The situation requires urgent action.-lu. collective/concerted action» Mending the ozone layer requires concerted action from the whole global community.-lu. take evasive action» When two planes come close in the air an alarm goes off warning the pilots to take evasive action.-lu. a rearguard action» The country is fighting a rearguard action against trade restrictions.-lu. a reflex action» Wright's second goal was superb, almost a reflex action.-lu. ready for action» He was feeling fit and ready for action.–Types-lu. affirmative/disciplinary/industrial/military/political/strike action» Athletes who test positive for illegal drugs will face disciplinary action. –Nouns-lu. a course of action» It's hard to know what is the best course of action.-lu. an action committee/plan/program» The council's action plan covers jobs and training.-lu. a plan of action» We need a plan of action for dealing with the problem.-lu. the consequences of sb's actions» The court has to decide whether the child is old enough to understand the consequences of his actions.–Prepositions-lu. in action» The athlete was back in action after three months recovering from an injury.-lu. [be/put sb/keep sb] out of action» A new virus has put many computers out of action.-lu. take action against sb/sth» Environmentalists want the government to take action against air pollution.-lu. take action on/over sth» Walker is considering taking action over the issue.-lu. be/get in on the action» My neighbours are having a party and I want to get in on the action.-lu. the action of sb» The whole class should not be punished because of the actions of a few individuals.–Phrases-lu. a piece of the action» Now that some native-American tribes have set up successful gambling casinos, everyone wants a piece of the action.-lu. (be) in the thick of the action» He scored two goals and was in the thick of the action throughout the match.-lu. take responsibility/be (held) responsible for your (own)/sb's actions» She is not responsible for the actions of her brothers.• • • Extra Examples:» The government is supporting military action.» The richer countries of the world must take action to help the poorer countries.» I hope these arguments have convinced you of the need for action.» The army are said to be ready for action.» It is clear that most women supported this action, from the results of the opinion poll.noun [U] (WAR) ► C2 fighting in a war: » Her younger son was killed in action.» He was reported missing in action.» He saw action (= fought as a soldier) in the trenches.Thesaurus+: ↑FightingWord partners for action• ♯take action• ♯leap/♯spring/♯swing into action• ♯galvanize/♯prod/♯spur sb ♯into action• ♯immediate/♯prompt/♯swift action• ♯put [a plan/an idea] ♯into action• a ♯course/♯plan of action• ♯in actionverb [T usually passive] ↑Verb Endings for action ► F0 to do something to deal with a particular problem or matter: » I'll just run through the minutes of the last meeting, raising those points that still have to be actioned.Thesaurus+: ↑Dealing with things or people , ↑Acting and acts , ↑Coping and not coping , ↑Tolerating and enduring |
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