The term 'put into action' can be broken down into five crossword solutions: EXERT (5 letters), APPLIED (7 letters), MOBILIZE (8 letters), USE (3 letters), and DEPLOYED (8 letters). EXERT means to make an effort or bring to bear, APPLIED means to put to USE for a particular purpose, MOBILIZE means to organize and prepare for action, USE means to put into service or apply for a purpose, and DEPLOYED means to move troops or resources into position for action. All of these words refer to taking action, either through physical or mental effort, to achieve a goal.