Act
Staged
Staged adjective - Deliberately arranged for effect.
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Martin complains about the unlikely farcical plot elements (escalating lies, staged entrances and exits), a critique which neatly encapsulates all that follows in the second act.
Source: Series / Frasier - Then, he reveals that it's essentially a massive act; he can actually speak perfect English which means that his reactions to Harry's insults were all staged.
Source: Moral Event Horizon / Literature -
This televised act of heroism (which may have been staged, depending on whether you believe Deadpool or not) led The President to dismiss Stark and replace him with Osborn.
Source: Comic Book / Dark Reign
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