woman of action

woman of action
woman of action — see action
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Main Entry:woman

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  • action — n. & v. n. 1 the fact or process of doing or acting (demanded action; put ideas into action). 2 forcefulness or energy as a characteristic (a woman of action). 3 the exertion of energy or influence (the action of acid on metal). 4 something done; …   Useful english dictionary

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