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ACT Exam Literacy - Manual Actions

Here you will learn some English words related to manual actions, such as "wrest", "stroke", "compose", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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Essential Vocabulary for ACT
to scribble

to write hastily or carelessly without giving attention to legibility or form

Ex: During the brainstorming session, team members scribbled their ideas on a large whiteboard. 
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to annotate

to add notes that explain or comment on something, such as a text, document, or image

Ex: The student was instructed to annotate the historical document, highlighting key events and adding explanations. 
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to transcribe

to record spoken words, notes, or any information in a written form

Ex: As the professor spoke, students were required to transcribe key points from the lecture for their notes. 
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to compose

to write a literary piece with a lot of consideration

Ex: After months of research, she finally composed a compelling essay on environmental conservation. 
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to wrest
to wrest
[Verb]

to forcibly pull or take something, often from someone's grasp

Ex: He managed to wrest the gun from the attacker's hands. 
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to clutch
to clutch
[Verb]

to seize or grab suddenly and firmly

Ex: He clutched the steering wheel tightly as he navigated through the winding mountain road. 
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to snatch
to snatch
[Verb]

to quickly take or grab something, often with a sudden motion

Ex: He managed to snatch the hat from the wind before it blew away. 
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to caress
to caress
[Verb]

to touch in a gentle and loving way

Ex: He reached out to caress her cheek, expressing his love. 
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to prod
to prod
[Verb]

to jab or poke a person or thing with a finger, stick, or other pointed object to get their attention or make them do something

Ex: She had to prod her sleepy friend repeatedly to wake him up in time for the meeting. 
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to pelt
to pelt
[Verb]

to vigorously and continuously throw objects, often with force or intensity

Ex: The protesters pelted the police with stones during the demonstration. 
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to wring
to wring
[Verb]

to press and twist something forcibly

Ex: The strong winds threatened to wring the branches of the fragile sapling. 
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to sketch
to sketch
[Verb]

to produce an elementary and quick drawing of someone or something

Ex: She sketches a rough outline of the landscape before painting. 
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to etch
to etch
[Verb]

to cut or carve designs or writings on a hard surface, often using acid or a laser beam

Ex: The artist etched a detailed illustration on a metal plate. 
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to patch
to patch
[Verb]

to repair by applying a piece of material to cover a hole or damage

Ex: I will patch the hole in my jeans with a colorful fabric. 
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to interweave

to combine different elements together intricately or harmoniously

Ex: The author managed to interweave historical facts with fiction, creating a seamless and engaging narrative. 
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to intertwine

to twist or weave together, creating a complex and interconnected structure

Ex: Their fingers intertwined as they walked along the beach. 
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to pluck
to pluck
[Verb]

to gently pull with a quick, sharp motion

Ex: She delicately plucked a flower from the garden. 
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to fling
to fling
[Verb]

to throw something forcefully and suddenly, often in a less controlled way

Ex: In a fit of anger, he flung the book across the room. 
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to thrust
to thrust
[Verb]

to push an object or person with considerable strength and speed

Ex: The knight thrust his sword into the enemy, swiftly defeating his opponent. 
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to scrub
to scrub
[Verb]

to clean a surface by rubbing it very hard using a brush, etc.

Ex: She scrubs the bathtub to remove soap scum and stains. 
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to stroke
to stroke
[Verb]

to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair

Ex: She sat on the porch, enjoying the peaceful evening as she stroked her cat's soft fur. 
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to yank
to yank
[Verb]

to pull something with a sudden and powerful motion

Ex: He yanked the stubborn weed from the soil, determined to clear the garden. 
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to flick
to flick
[Verb]

to move or propel something with a light, quick motion

Ex: She flicked the hair out of her eyes as she read the fine print. 
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to nudge
to nudge
[Verb]

to gently push or prod someone or something, often to get attention or suggest a course of action

Ex: He discreetly nudged his friend to share a private joke during the meeting. 
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to tweak
to tweak
[Verb]

to give a sharp, quick squeeze or pinch

Ex: In a mischievous move, she tweaked her brother's cheek while passing by. 
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to squeeze

to apply pressure with a compressing or constricting motion, typically using the hands

Ex: The stress ball provided relief as she squeezed it during a tense meeting. 
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