the action
noun
: the most exciting or interesting activities that are happening in a particular place
The new theater places the audience closer to the center/middle of the action.
I moved to New York City to be (a) part of the action.
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Journalist John McMillian does an admirable job of drawing the reader into the center of the action, painting a vivid account that explores the complex interrelations between fans, press, and the musicians themselves.
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Chris Wheatley, Longreads, 16 July 2024
The Prince and Princess of Wales shared a rare photo of their two youngest children watching the action on TV, with the royal kids wearing personalized soccer jerseys featuring their names and current ages as their numbers.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 15 July 2024
Fans can keep up with the action on ESPN, as well as on ESPN.com and ESPN+.
—Sam Joseph, CNN, 14 July 2024
Head to one of Charlotte's many soccer bars to soak up the action.
—Laura Barrero, Axios, 13 July 2024
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Chris Wheatley, Longreads, 16 July 2024
The Prince and Princess of Wales shared a rare photo of their two youngest children watching the action on TV, with the royal kids wearing personalized soccer jerseys featuring their names and current ages as their numbers.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 15 July 2024
Fans can keep up with the action on ESPN, as well as on ESPN.com and ESPN+.
—Sam Joseph, CNN, 14 July 2024
Head to one of Charlotte's many soccer bars to soak up the action.
—Laura Barrero, Axios, 13 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for the action
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“The action.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20action. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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