direct-acting
[ dih-rekt-ak-ting, dahy- ]
/ dɪˈrɛktˌæk tɪŋ, daɪ- /
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adjective
(of a steam pump) having the steam pistons connected directly to the pump pistons without a crankshaft or flywheel.
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Direct Questions vs. Reported DialogueA direct question is when you ask a question by speaking directly (e.g. “How are you doing today?”). Reported dialogue is when you report what someone else says (e.g. “Joan asked how you’re doing today.”). Reported dialogue usually uses the third person point of view. Direct Questions Direct questions usually include interrogative pronouns or adverbs. Interrogative pronouns and adverbs include words like as who, what, …
Nearby words
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Origin of direct-acting
First recorded in 1855–60
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