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actor

In the past, "actor" was used primarily for men and "actress" for women. Today, "actor" is commonly used as a gender-neutral term for anyone in the profession. When used in political or social contexts (meaning a person or entity that takes action), it is often paired with adjectives like "key," "major," or "political" to describe their level of influence.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon; Karen is at a PTA meeting and David is at his office.

Karen Smith

Leo's drama teacher says he's a natural actor. He's totally nailing the lead.

David Smith

That's a huge win. We need to pivot his brand toward theater.

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Karen uses the phrasal verb 'nailing' (meaning performing perfectly), while David applies corporate jargon ('pivot his brand') to their son's hobby, reflecting his delusional professional persona.

Meanings

noun

A person whose profession is acting on the stage, in movies, or on television.

"The lead actor delivered a powerful performance that moved the audience to tears."

noun

A person or entity that takes part in an action or process in a particular setting.

"The government is a key actor in the negotiation for the new trade agreement."

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