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respond

[ri-spond] / rɪˈspɒnd /
VERB
act in answer to something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acknowledge answer behave come back counter react reply return
STRONG
reciprocate rejoin retort
WEAK
act in response answer back be in touch with come back at come in feedback feel for field the question get back to get in touch talk back
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ask depart leave question request

Example Sentences

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You know how we adults are inclined to respond to such unbridled optimism: With patronizing pats on the head.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The ability to respond to incidents such as mine hits or missile attacks would require close communication between all involved nations and merchant ships, possibly carrying liaison officers onboard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Representatives for Williams Jr and Mane did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

In nearly half of these cases, the condition is either uncontrolled or does not respond well to treatment.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Before he could respond I caught sight of the clock on one of the computers, though, and the smile fell off my face.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.