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act on

Meaning: If you act on somebody's advice, you do as they suggest.

For example:

  • act on sth I really should act on my doctor's advice and try to eat less and exercise more.

  • act on sth He acted on the instructions of his lawyer and refused to answer any questions.

Nouns often used as objects with
act on: advice, suggestions, instructions, information, orders

Quick Quiz:

Whenever he was in trouble with the police, Sammy acted on
  1. his lawyer's advice
  2. a reality TV show
  3. his best behaviour

Grammar explanation: separable and non-separable phrasal verbs

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