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Words in action? (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

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This might be a double definition.

'words' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to communication as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps you can see a link between them that I can't see?

'action' is the second definition.
The answer and definition can be both related to communication as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps there's a link between them I don't understand?

'in' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for evidence that I've seen before include "Testimony - verification" , "Confirmation" , "Signs, indications" , "Information given in a court case" , "Data" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian and The Globe and Mail.
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