Meaning of the word "action movie" in English

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action movie

US /ˈæk.ʃən ˌmuː.vi/
UK /ˈæk.ʃən ˌmuː.vi/
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Noun

1.

a film genre in which the protagonist is thrust into a series of events that typically involve violence, extended fighting, physical feats, and frantic chases

Example:
He loves watching action movies with lots of explosions.
The new action movie received mixed reviews.
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