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an act of intending

take deliberate action

to make up one's mind about something and then do it

to accomplish one's purpose―effect one's purpose

a volitional act

to be obstinate―stubborn―headstrong

Take the plunge

to suit the action to the word

to have one's own way

to yield to another's views―act against one's will―act against one's judgment

to bend one's will

to have one's will―gain one's end―carry one's point

serving to sustain or support

take action

to carry out a thing skillfully

the act of preparing one's mind

purposive behavior

to show fidelity―be faithful―to a lover

to do something

to make a sign with one's eyes

act on impulse

put on an act

to convey something from one person to another

preconcerted operations

the act of performing

the act of being conscientious

act with discretion

target-practice

the act of shooting at targets

target practice