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respond

[ri-spond] / rɪˈspɒnd /


Example Sentences

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His attorney did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Allbirds didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

ICE and DHS didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

They said they understood frustrations, but stressed that the system was under "high levels of pressure", affecting its ability to respond to calls, mainly due to delayed hospital handovers and reduced ambulance availability.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Before Jack could respond, the prince stepped forward.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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