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relaxation07
Joined: 11 Dec 2006
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 Posted: Fri Mar 09, 2007 1:28 am Post subject: act vs. action |
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Dear all,
I think action is more about 'process' whereas act is more about 'deed.' But I'm always having a hard time to distinguish them when actually using them. Could anyone please help me to figure out their usage?
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Eric Thompson
Joined: 25 Nov 2006
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Location: Angeles, Pampanga, Philippines
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Dear Relaxation: Your connecting 'action' with 'process' and 'act' with 'deed' is good. That's the key, but just remember it... An 'act of kindness' assumes completion; whereas 'actions of a madman' emphasizes a continuing thing.--Eric  |
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