taking action is not in our dictionary (yet). Here's what it could mean:
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verb phrase
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In a statement, Elevance said it was taking action to combat fraud, waste and abuse in the autism therapy space and protect members of the health plans it oversees.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Securities and Exchange Commission, lauded law enforcement and federal regulators for taking action.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
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Possible Synonyms
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- rolling up one's sleeves
- lighting a fire
- being about it
- getting it done
- making moves
Possible Antonyms
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- being all talk
- remaining passive
- sitting on one's hands
- letting it slide
- watching from the sidelines
