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Present participle for to say or write as a reaction
“In response to the question, she would answer by providing as much detail as possible.”
Present participle for to be suitable for fulfilling or satisfying a need
“Throughout most of history, crude forms of fuel would answer the world's energy needs.”
Present participle for to speak in defense against
“The men appeared in court today to answer charges of disorderly conduct.”
Present participle for to be accountable or responsible to (someone)
“I answer directly to the manager of my department.”
Present participle for to arrive at an answer through logic
“Bilbo sometimes found it hard to answer Gollum's riddles.”
Present participle for to correspond to specified features or characteristics
“We have found two men who answer the description given to us of the suspects.”
Present participle for to respond to a telecommunications call
“My phone is ringing, and I need to answer it.”
Done in reply or response, or related a reply or response
Having a similar or correlated relationship
The act of replying or responding
The action of showing that one has noticed someone or something
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