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Act on

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Prompt Action

'Act on' implies immediate or swift action based on the received information.

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He acted on the evacuation alert instantly.
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Based on Instructions

Use 'act on' when someone does something as a direct result of instructions given.

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She acted on her coach's strategy during the game.
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Trust Implied

Using 'act on' suggests trust in the source of advice or information.

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The investor acted on the analyst's report.
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