Play Charades Crossword Clue

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ACT

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ACTOUT

(6 letters)

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(noun)
1. a performance using gestures and body movements without words
2. an actor who communicates entirely by gesture and facial expression
(verb)
1. imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect
2. act out without words but with gestures and bodily movements only

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CHARADES (noun)
1. guessing game in which one player pantomimes a word or phrase for others to guess
PLAY (verb)
1. contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
2. pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
PLAY (noun)
1. a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
2. the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

ACT
(3 letters)
ACTOUT
(6 letters)

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