plural of representative action

Synonym of class action

(theater, literature) The classical unity that states that a play should have one action that it follows, with minimal subplots.

(US, slang, derogatory, ethnic slur) Affirmative action that disproportionately benefits only black people.

plural of man of action

(military) An offensive action by a rearguard. / (figuratively) A desperate attempt to forestall the inevitable.

(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.

(religion) Α sacramental sermon in the Scots Presbyterian Church.

(law enforcement, criminal law, UK, Malaysia) A potential formal outcome for a suspect from a police investigation, indicating that no action will be taken.