1
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
Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
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
And with that another disappointing postseason ended for the Kings and another long offseason began, one the team and general manager Ken Holland will enter with more questions than answers, beginning with the status of his interim coach and the aging core of his roster.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
So far, the source told USA TODAY, authorities don’t know the answers to those questions.
—James Powel, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Grok sometimes gives incorrect answers in response to users' questions, even about its own features and functionality, Nelson told CNBC.
—Robert Ferris,lora Kolodny, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026
Instead, Stewart has chosen to turn her own foolish answers on the tax collector report into a bid for martyrdom.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
And now they’re left with more questions than answers, and possibly needing yet another bridge.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
The Celtics won by 32 and Philly will be searching for answers.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
In this week’s Hong Kong Edition, our aviation expert Danny Lee answers questions on navigating travel after a surge in airfares.
—Danny Lee, Bloomberg, 23 Apr. 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, 23 Apr. 2026
About This Episode Grumpy answers readers’ questions about planting Little Miss Figgy outdoors, shares tips for saving your rosebush from losing its leaves and blooms, and introduces the Plant of the Week.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
The piece has not provided a rationale that answers these questions.
—Charles F. Miller, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
Crevette answers all your seafood desires, while other options include crepes and waffles, beers and glasses of wine, ideally consumed gazing over the sunset.
—Maddy Odom, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
Brad Biggs answers questions about the draft and other topics in his weekly Bears mailbag.
—Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
When the police arrive, Servín answers their questions.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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
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
And with that another disappointing postseason ended for the Kings and another long offseason began, one the team and general manager Ken Holland will enter with more questions than answers, beginning with the status of his interim coach and the aging core of his roster.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
So far, the source told USA TODAY, authorities don’t know the answers to those questions.
—James Powel, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Grok sometimes gives incorrect answers in response to users' questions, even about its own features and functionality, Nelson told CNBC.
—Robert Ferris,lora Kolodny, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026
Instead, Stewart has chosen to turn her own foolish answers on the tax collector report into a bid for martyrdom.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
And now they’re left with more questions than answers, and possibly needing yet another bridge.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
The Celtics won by 32 and Philly will be searching for answers.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
LaToya Jackson answers my questions in a polite but perfunctory monotone.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
In this week’s Hong Kong Edition, our aviation expert Danny Lee answers questions on navigating travel after a surge in airfares.
—Danny Lee, Bloomberg, 23 Apr. 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, 23 Apr. 2026
About This Episode Grumpy answers readers’ questions about planting Little Miss Figgy outdoors, shares tips for saving your rosebush from losing its leaves and blooms, and introduces the Plant of the Week.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
The piece has not provided a rationale that answers these questions.
—Charles F. Miller, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
Crevette answers all your seafood desires, while other options include crepes and waffles, beers and glasses of wine, ideally consumed gazing over the sunset.
—Maddy Odom, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
Brad Biggs answers questions about the draft and other topics in his weekly Bears mailbag.
—Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
When the police arrive, Servín answers their questions.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for answers
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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The results of a toxicological examination are still pending, Bavarian police said.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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But just like MomTok admits, switching things up on occasion can make for interesting results.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The reactive Moon opposes Mars, creating tension between quick reactions and thoughtful dialogue.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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This greatly increases the surface area available for electrochemical reactions and enables faster charging and discharging while maintaining high power density in an extremely small footprint.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 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
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Publishers appear to be clinging to an old model, cutting costs, trying to preserve a structure that no longer corresponds to the hunger of the writing itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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This sum corresponds to the date in March on which Easter Sunday falls.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
4 Apr. 2026
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The association fulfills its human rights mandate through protest campaigns in opposition to censorship and by fighting for the release of journalists who have been imprisoned for their work.—
Marlen Bartsch,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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While the company still fulfills those practical needs, Hurtigruten now has small cruise ships that welcome tourists along for the ride.—
Karen Gardiner,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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The development solves the long-standing issues of material degradation and leakage (crossover) by re-engineering the iron complex at the molecular level.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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The series features Cherish as a part-time gardener who solves crimes with the help of her husband, an ex–police chief.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The second-busiest port in the world, Singapore has the potential to play a significant role in shaping practical, scalable solutions for improving the sustainability of global maritime trade.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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If your mom’s kitchen or apartment is tight on space, lean into vertical solutions.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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