behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself | perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense |
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | direct the course; determine the direction of travelling |
discharge one's duties | act in order to achieve a certain goal |
play a role or part | |
perform on a stage or theater | |
behave unnaturally or affectedly | |
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) | |
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | |
be suitable for theatrical performance | |