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as in responses
something spoken or written in reaction especially to a question
the standard answer of "Fine, thank you" when asked, "How are you?"
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2
as in results
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
the answers to the odd-numbered problems are at the back of the book
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as in reactions
action or behavior that is done in return to other action or behavior
a cold stare was her withering answer to that gratuitous insult
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as in replies
to speak or write in reaction to a question or to another reaction
didn't answer right away when the detective asked him where he'd been for the last three hours
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as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point
sorry, I haven't seen anyone answering to that description
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as in fulfills
to do what is required by the terms of
I don't have a box cutter as such, but will this knife answer the purpose?
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as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
try to answer this riddle
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Recent Examples of answers
Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
If the Lakers are going to find a new level of desperation and resilience to avoid a sweep – answers better emerge on the horizon.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow previously said his office remains committed to locating Smart’s remains, adding that authorities will continue using every lawful tool available to bring answers to her family.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
The quest for answers in the case has captivated the public’s attention ever since the college freshman vanished from California Polytechnic State University’s San Luis Obispo campus over Memorial Day weekend in 1996.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
For now, however, there are more problems than answers.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Wasn’t finding good answers her role?
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 9 May 2026
There’s something beautiful about not having all the answers.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
The people who run the institutions Americans inhabit day-to-day have their own answers.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 11 May 2026
In the project, German survivor Inge Auerbacher answers questions for a hologram interview that will outlive her.
—Toby Axelrod, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Moss-Bachrach answers vaguely when asked about when Richie’s accident takes place, clearly to preserve every detail of the show’s fifth and final season.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The inquiry usually starts by reviewing the CC&Rs to determine if the document answers the question regarding who maintains it and who repairs it — and the two responsibilities might not be placed on the same party.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Durable finance answers the question of whether projects get built.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 May 2026
Joveljic answers for the home team Ah, but the hosts would soon counter that opening statement by Rothrock and the Sounders.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Plus, an expert PEOPLE editor answers the burning question of the week, and one of our favorite stars joins us for a sitdown.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability’s April 17 release of body camera footage partially answers those questions.
—Jamie Kalven, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
That energy was gone by the third quarter after the Aces started doubling Ogwumike, and aside from Plum, the Sparks’ offense had no answers.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
If the Lakers are going to find a new level of desperation and resilience to avoid a sweep – answers better emerge on the horizon.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow previously said his office remains committed to locating Smart’s remains, adding that authorities will continue using every lawful tool available to bring answers to her family.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
The quest for answers in the case has captivated the public’s attention ever since the college freshman vanished from California Polytechnic State University’s San Luis Obispo campus over Memorial Day weekend in 1996.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
For now, however, there are more problems than answers.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Wasn’t finding good answers her role?
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 9 May 2026
There’s something beautiful about not having all the answers.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
The people who run the institutions Americans inhabit day-to-day have their own answers.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Verb
The inspector general answers to no commissioner, no agency head, no single executive.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 11 May 2026
In the project, German survivor Inge Auerbacher answers questions for a hologram interview that will outlive her.
—Toby Axelrod, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Moss-Bachrach answers vaguely when asked about when Richie’s accident takes place, clearly to preserve every detail of the show’s fifth and final season.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The inquiry usually starts by reviewing the CC&Rs to determine if the document answers the question regarding who maintains it and who repairs it — and the two responsibilities might not be placed on the same party.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Durable finance answers the question of whether projects get built.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 May 2026
Joveljic answers for the home team Ah, but the hosts would soon counter that opening statement by Rothrock and the Sounders.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Plus, an expert PEOPLE editor answers the burning question of the week, and one of our favorite stars joins us for a sitdown.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability’s April 17 release of body camera footage partially answers those questions.
—Jamie Kalven, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for answers
Noun
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But his responses in press gatherings to whatever umpires did (or didn’t do) in his opinion were vanilla instead tutti-frutti.—
Terence Moore,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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According to the presentation, 56,202 community members viewed the outreach efforts and 1,584 survey responses were submitted.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
10 May 2026
Noun
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Ultimately, as team sources told The Athletic, those results weren’t good enough.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The sample was just six young men, so results may vary, but the underlying biology is well-established.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
Noun
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The neutrino's sparse reactions with matter are caused by the weak nuclear force, which guides the process of radioactive decay.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
13 May 2026
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Wallach acknowledged that Sedelmaier worked during a time when commercial decisions were made less on data and surveys and more on creative professionals’ gut reactions.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
Verb
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But Eunice only replies that the chairwoman is excited to work with him and Ashley on the wellness center.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
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Maddy replies that Cassie might currently just be a big fish in a small pond.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Each assault count corresponds to a moment Mendoza Hernandez’s car lurched forward, about seven seconds apart.—
Scott Lebar. Story produced with AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Anika Reed The Costume Institute exhibit has a distinct theme each year that corresponds with the Met Gala.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
Verb
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When asked about disarming, al-Hayya said Hamas would be ready to discuss the second phase of the ceasefire agreement only after Israel fulfills the first phase, which includes a cessation of hostilities and a surge in humanitarian aid.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Harmon family members say the development of 63 new single-family homes on Oak Knoll Road in Poway fulfills their vision that their 11-acre former property would someday provide homes for future generations.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Verb
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This dump-and-bake casserole solves that.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2026
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Start with one small project that solves a daily irritation and build momentum from there.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Companies around the world have been scrambling to find solutions to supply disruptions since the US and Israel attacked Iran in late February, prompting the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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Suddenly, solutions feel easier to grasp, as people are more willing to compromise and collaborate.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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“Answers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/answers. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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