act on act on /ækt ɒn/

verb

1. () Carry further or advance  ( follow up on , pursue , act on )
   carry further or advance
    Can you act on this matter soon?
   Can you act on this matter soon?
   
2. () Regulate one's behavior in accordance with certain information, ideas, or advice  ( act on )
   regulate one's behavior in accordance with certain information, ideas, or advice
    The Founding Fathers acted on certain moral principles
   The Founding Fathers acted on certain moral principles