Meaning & use
interact
To communicate or engage with someone or something, especially with mutual influence.
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Students were encouraged to interact with classmates from other countries during the exchange program.
The app lets users interact with the map by zooming and tapping on locations.
A note on using this word
Interact implies a two-way exchange, which sets it apart from "act on," a phrase suggesting a one-directional effect.
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