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as in reacts
to act or behave in response (as to a stimulus or influence)
doctors studying how the brain responds to pain
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as in replies
to speak or write in reaction to a question or to another reaction
the students energetically participated in the discussion, responding to the teacher's questions and comments with alacrity and enthusiasm
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Recent Examples of responds
As a slew of singles seeking shallow, at-sea connections boards the boat, the team responds to several Singles Week emergencies.
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Claire Franken, TVLine, 3 Oct. 2024
During the fair, the city responds with an impressive array of exhibitions, with all its museums, foundations, and galleries collaborating to reflect the city’s artistic vibrancy.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Iran’s military chief later warned of broader strikes if Israel responds.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
The Department of Neighborhood Services responds to only complaints about rat burrows at residential properties.
—Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 30 Sep. 2024
Those close to Harry say that his father no longer takes his son’s calls or responds to his letters.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Claire Franken, TVLine, 3 Oct. 2024
During the fair, the city responds with an impressive array of exhibitions, with all its museums, foundations, and galleries collaborating to reflect the city’s artistic vibrancy.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Iran’s military chief later warned of broader strikes if Israel responds.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
The Department of Neighborhood Services responds to only complaints about rat burrows at residential properties.
—Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 30 Sep. 2024
Those close to Harry say that his father no longer takes his son’s calls or responds to his letters.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
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“Responds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responds. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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