act for (someone)
1. To be a representative for someone else. Because I have power of attorney for my mother, I can act for her in legal and financial matters when she is no longer able to do so. I can't make today's meeting, so Shelly will act for me instead. Are you acting for the copyright holder?
2. To perform a job or role in place of the person that usually does it. Yes, Kayla usually leads this project, but I am acting for her while she is on maternity leave. While Amy's out sick, can you act for her and take over the filing? Hi, I'm here acting for my boss because he's stuck on a call right now.
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act for someone
1. to represent someone in an official capacity; to represent the interests of someone. Don't worry. I am acting for the owner. I am his real estate agent.
2. to take action when the proper person fails to take action. I had to act for her since she was out of town.
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