Not just stand there, but do something Crossword Clue

Last seen in: NYT Special · 2026-09-23

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(noun)

  1. something that people do or cause to happen
  2. a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
  3. a short performance that is part of a longer program
  4. a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
  5. a manifestation of insincerity

(verb)

  1. behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
  2. pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
  3. discharge one's duties
  4. play a role or part
  5. perform on a stage or theater
  6. behave unnaturally or affectedly
  7. perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
  8. be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure
  9. have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
  10. be suitable for theatrical performance

(noun)

  1. a defensive effort
  2. a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
  3. a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air
  4. a support or foundation
  5. a support for displaying various articles
  6. a booth where articles are displayed for sale
  7. tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
  8. a small table for holding articles of various kinds
  9. a mental position from which things are viewed
  10. an interruption of normal activity
  11. a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
  12. the position where a thing or person stands

(verb)

  1. put up with something or somebody unpleasant
  2. have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
  3. withstand the force of something
  4. be available for stud services
  5. be standing; be upright
  6. put into an upright position
  7. be in some specified state or condition
  8. hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
  9. be tall; have a height of; copula
  10. be in effect; be or remain in force
  11. remain inactive or immobile
  12. occupy a place or location, also metaphorically

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    Not just stand there, but do something (3)

    NYT Special · Sep 23, 2026

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