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actresses

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈæktɹəsɪz// UK //ˈæktɹəsɪz// ac·tress·es

n. women who act in films, on television, or in the theatre.

n. a female performer in drama, cinema, or television.


SIMPLE

She is a famous actress in Hollywood.

CONTEXTUAL

The lead actress delivered a powerful performance that moved the entire audience to tears.

COMPLEX

Critics praised the supporting actress for her nuanced portrayal of a woman navigating the complexities of early twentieth-century society.

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