React
Turn to
Turn to verb - To use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage.
Both terms in one sentence
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This even applies when they turn to react to some surprise or threat - the Hero turns with a straightening-up motion, ready to face whatever it is, whereas the Villain turns in a bowed-over fashion, already protecting his middle.
Source: Slouch of Villainy
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