Be/get in on the act

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To become involved in an activity, especially to gain advantage.

When Helen saw her coworkers laughing and talking, she wanted to get in on the act.
Visual representation of "be/get in on the act" - To become involved in an activity, especially to gain advantage.

Often appears as...

  • want to get in on the act
  • trying to get in on the act

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Social Inclusion

Use this phrase to express a desire to join others in a fun or interesting activity.

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Seeing everyone at the escape room, I had to be in on the act.
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Feeling Left Out

It's often used when someone feels excluded and wants to be part of the group.

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The kids were playing tag in the park, and the little one wanted to get in on the act, too.
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