acted up

past tense of act up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for acted up
cut up
Verb
  • Nothing beats the taste of a refreshing piece of watermelon on a hot day, so having some cut up and ready in the refrigerator is crucial as the days warm up.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
  • Sandoval had cut up furniture in a rage and could make their tough brother cry, says Matt Green.
    Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 11 June 2025
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“Acted up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acted%20up. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.

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