Phrasal Verbs

act for

This page is about the phrasal verb act for

Meaning

If you act for someone, you represent them.

Synonym

represent

For example

  • act for somebody If you don't have a lawyer, the state will appoint one to act for you.

  • act for somebody In a democracy, the people elect representatives to act for them in parliament.

Quick Quiz

Which of these people can act for someone in legal matters?

a. an attorney

b. an actor

c. an artist
a) an attorney b) an actor c) an artist
act for

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