as in responses
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
April 20 – May 20 The day opens with tension, so don’t rush your reactions.
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Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
Based on the composition of CAIs, researchers assumed that their condensation reactions occurred across millions of years.
—Javier Barbuzano, Scientific American, 22 Apr. 2026
The moment quickly spread across social media and sparked a wave of reactions.
—Ryan Brennan
april 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
The reactions among my friends surprised me.
—Eli Thompson, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
Some customers on social media have weighed in on Dairy Queen's use of AI in its drive-thrus — with reactions ranging from frustration to cautious acceptance.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
This then triggers a series of microscopic reactions in the device, such as charge redistribution and ion migration.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
Viewers flooded the post with reactions ranging from heart-melting to hilariously delusional, with declarations of wanting to cuddle the bear and questions about the sheer size of his bathtub filling the comment section.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Serious allergic reactions are possible, though rare.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 20 Apr. 2026
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
Based on the composition of CAIs, researchers assumed that their condensation reactions occurred across millions of years.
—Javier Barbuzano, Scientific American, 22 Apr. 2026
The moment quickly spread across social media and sparked a wave of reactions.
—Ryan Brennan
april 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
The reactions among my friends surprised me.
—Eli Thompson, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
Some customers on social media have weighed in on Dairy Queen's use of AI in its drive-thrus — with reactions ranging from frustration to cautious acceptance.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
This then triggers a series of microscopic reactions in the device, such as charge redistribution and ion migration.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
Viewers flooded the post with reactions ranging from heart-melting to hilariously delusional, with declarations of wanting to cuddle the bear and questions about the sheer size of his bathtub filling the comment section.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Serious allergic reactions are possible, though rare.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reactions
Noun
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Official responses to Johnson’s remarks were muted.—
Steve Fisher,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Clark also explained that a unified command structure for law enforcement, first responders, and community partners was established to ensure quick responses were possible.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If Pat Riley opens that door or leaves that door open, deferring to Nick Arison on answers on Monday, then yes, further explanation would seem reasonable from the executive branch.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Limon and Bristy were reported missing by a family friend on April 17, and as days went by, their friends in Florida and relatives abroad became increasingly desperate for answers.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Reactions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reactions. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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