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as in responding
to act or behave in response (as to a stimulus or influence)
replied to the news that she had won the scholarship by jumping around the room and cheering
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as in answering
to speak or write in reaction to a question or to another reaction
please reply to my question at your earliest convenience
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Recent Examples of replying
Both ministers were replying after anonymous sources cited Tuesday by the Financial Times said the United States had signaled openness to deploying elements of its nuclear arsenal in new European countries, in addition to the six currently thought to host nuclear weapons.
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ABC News, 3 June 2026
That doesn’t just mean being available for strategy phone calls or instantly replying on email.
—Rashi Shrivastava, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The internet exploded with influencers posting commentary, users replying in the comment section of Cooper's post and even brands getting in on the drama.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
But the comment period for replying to such opposition remains open until Monday, May 11.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 7 May 2026
Ilya also shared the artwork for Grande’s album on Instagram, with the singer replying with a smiley emoticon.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
Rose first made her allegation earlier this week while replying to an article about Perry posted to social media by Complex magazine.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Over the last four months, Ponto has been a voracious voice on social media, frequently commenting on Facebook posts related to the mayoral race and replying to resident comments.
—Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Second, the message may include an attachment asking you to request additional details by replying to the email.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 3 June 2026
That doesn’t just mean being available for strategy phone calls or instantly replying on email.
—Rashi Shrivastava, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The internet exploded with influencers posting commentary, users replying in the comment section of Cooper's post and even brands getting in on the drama.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
But the comment period for replying to such opposition remains open until Monday, May 11.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 7 May 2026
Ilya also shared the artwork for Grande’s album on Instagram, with the singer replying with a smiley emoticon.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
Rose first made her allegation earlier this week while replying to an article about Perry posted to social media by Complex magazine.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Over the last four months, Ponto has been a voracious voice on social media, frequently commenting on Facebook posts related to the mayoral race and replying to resident comments.
—Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Second, the message may include an attachment asking you to request additional details by replying to the email.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replying
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Former Senate and House Democratic Leader Chris Smith said the party had been navigating a complicated landscape in responding to Wasserman Schultz’s actions.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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There are 75 personnel actively responding on the ground to the Texas screwworm outbreak, with hundreds more providing laboratory, logistics and air operations support nationwide, according to the USDA.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Asked what his plans were after a legendary debut, Balogun thought for a second before answering.—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
13 June 2026
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By answering these big, existential questions, worldviews can help manage anxiety.—
Daryl Van Tongeren,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Perkins is currently the subject of an active recall effort by neighbors reacting to his vote in favor of $6 billion tax breaks for an incoming $150 billion hyperscale AI data center, among other decisions made throughout Perkins’ 18 years representing the district on and off.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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Joined by The Ringer’s Chris Ryan and other hosts, the series will premiere on June 10 and run throughout the World Cup, reacting to the tournament action through Friedland’s comedic lens.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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“Replying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replying. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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