act
noun
anything done, being done, or to be done; deed; performance.
am acting
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present progressiveof act (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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But remember, you’re more horrified watching me than I am acting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 2, 2026
"I understand that if I am acting in a dangerous way, this could influence others to do the same," he said.
From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2025
When it comes to rules, don't forget, I am acting as an investor in this.
From Salon ● May 29, 2024
"Can you imagine the guy or girl in the front line looking at me and I am acting like nothing is happening?"
From Reuters ● Jun. 2, 2023
In medical school I have been befriended by an upstart neurologist, who believes I am acting out a great lifelong falsehood.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
