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action or behavior that is done in return to other action or behavior
we were startled by her extreme reaction to being jilted by her boyfriend
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Recent Examples of reactions
Show after two seasons, his co-stars took to the comments to share their reactions.
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Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
This effort can create problematic reactions that are detrimental to the individual and the collective.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
This will help prevent confusion and negative reactions while simultaneously maintaining trust in and loyalty to your product and brand.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
First reactions out of Venice International Film Festival, meanwhile, were mixed, and the increasingly negative signs started to hint at a downturn to come.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Conduct thorough research to understand the implications, communicate clearly and transparently, and be prepared for diverse reactions.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The couple has reportedly struggled with the reactions to the show, with Jen making jokes about it in a number of TikTok videos.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
When federal officials released the solar plan in August, reactions ranged from optimistic to apoplectic.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
This self-reflection can provide valuable insights into your own triggers and reactions.
—Tricia Brouk, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
This effort can create problematic reactions that are detrimental to the individual and the collective.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
This will help prevent confusion and negative reactions while simultaneously maintaining trust in and loyalty to your product and brand.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
First reactions out of Venice International Film Festival, meanwhile, were mixed, and the increasingly negative signs started to hint at a downturn to come.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Conduct thorough research to understand the implications, communicate clearly and transparently, and be prepared for diverse reactions.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The couple has reportedly struggled with the reactions to the show, with Jen making jokes about it in a number of TikTok videos.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
When federal officials released the solar plan in August, reactions ranged from optimistic to apoplectic.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
This self-reflection can provide valuable insights into your own triggers and reactions.
—Tricia Brouk, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Reactions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reactions. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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