answer to (something)

idiom

: to be the same as or match (something)
The suspect answers to the description perfectly.

Examples of answer to (something) in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
After realizing that this combination was the answer to a glaring market void, the team started offering its services to fellow local businesses and friends. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 7 June 2025 The answer to this question was recently answered by two courts in different states (New Jersey and Kentucky) on two consecutive days, and which reached the same conclusion. Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025 During the interview, the actress admitted that her previous marriages had influenced her answer to the proposal. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 6 June 2025 JPMorgan analysts might also have the answer to that question. Chloe Taylor,jenni Reid, CNBC, 6 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for answer to (something)

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Answer to (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/answer%20to%20%28something%29. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!