(sociology) Is an act which takes into account the actions and reactions of individuals or "agents". Associated with Max Weber.

(political science, sociology) Any theory that centres its gaze, analysis, and interpretation around human action. E.g. rational choice theory, phenomenology, etc.

A planned series of actions, tasks or steps designed to achieve an objective or goal.

(management) A task; especially, regarding an agenda item discussed in a meeting that requires further activity or investigation in order to reach a conclusion, select an alternative, or implement a change.

Alternative form of man of action

A part of a book or play in which more things start to happen. The rising action leads to the climax.

An actor or actress who plays the leading role or a major role in an action movie.

(law) A condition under which one party would be entitled to sue another. / (law) A civil lawsuit.

The designation for a member of an organization (primarily military) who has died while on duty.

(uncountable) A set of policies or programs providing advantages for people of a group who are seen to have traditionally been the target of discrimination