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Julia Huong
2022-06-05 12:06
Be out of action phrase
To be unable to do one's usual activities owing to illness or injury.
Jack has been out of action for several weeks because of tearing a tendon.
Her knee injury will put her out of action for at least 6 months.
A machine that is either not working at all or is malfunctioning in some way.
This computer is out of action again. I think we should buy a new one.
The elevator is out of action, so people have to use the stairs.
actions are more important than words
To work very diligently and energetically
To work extremely hard
To work or do your job
Use most of one's time working for others
Do you see anything wrong?
This expression means something will occur in the near future.
Things are not going to change anytime soon.
