counterresponses

noun

variants or counter-responses
plural of counterresponse
as in reactions

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  1. reactions
  2. answers
  3. replies
Noun
  • From lines at polling stations to the anticipation and reactions as the results come in, NPR station photographers are documenting the election in their communities.
    — Meredith Nierman, NPR, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The firm's midterm election analysis, published Sunday, examined different possible outcomes and likely market reactions.
    — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of reactions
Noun
  • But the quality and usefulness of those answers depend greatly on the questions and instructions given.
    — Washington Post, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Meanwhile, families of the four people killed in the birthday party shooting are still waiting for answers.
    — Nina Burns, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of answers
Noun
  • Supporters argue that the job has grown and that constituents now expect instant replies by text, email and social media.
    — Adam Wood, Baltimore Sun, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Users might divulge a personal problem or two, and ELIZA would respond, often simply rephrasing the patient’s replies as probing questions.
    — Sam Kestenbaum, Harpers Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026
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