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
Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Their answers to our questions are shared here.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
The answers, however, are often too abstract to build a linear plot around.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
The full-on answers are below for each group, finally inserting the four words in each category.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Imagine a world where people just blindly rely on answers when the question is wrong or when the answer requires context.
—Brian Hamilton, Fortune, 1 Sep. 2025
Families await answers, while the upcoming documentary is expected to intensify scrutiny and pressure law enforcement to clarify Naso's role in unsolved murders.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
There are a lot of questions, and not many answers.
—Gina Chua, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Hopefully the question answers itself.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Angie Pepper, a philosopher at the University of Roehampton, in the United Kingdom, answers in the affirmative.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Her snide answers to their belittling questions are smart and iconoclastic, setting the stage for the other characters in the movie who also think outside the box.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
George Russell of Great Britain and Mercedes answers questions in the TV media pen during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 6, 2025 in Monza, Italy.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
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, 4 Sep. 2025
That was something that speaks to their relationship, their devotion to each other, and also answers the question that an audience might ask.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
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.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
Mindful of the government conspiracy, the trio seeks out more answers in an attempt to put an end to these unethical experiments.
—Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Their answers to our questions are shared here.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
The answers, however, are often too abstract to build a linear plot around.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
The full-on answers are below for each group, finally inserting the four words in each category.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Imagine a world where people just blindly rely on answers when the question is wrong or when the answer requires context.
—Brian Hamilton, Fortune, 1 Sep. 2025
Families await answers, while the upcoming documentary is expected to intensify scrutiny and pressure law enforcement to clarify Naso's role in unsolved murders.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
There are a lot of questions, and not many answers.
—Gina Chua, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
Jesus answers the questions in Portuguese, via a translator, but his English is strong enough to understand what is being asked and to hold a conversation.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Hopefully the question answers itself.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Angie Pepper, a philosopher at the University of Roehampton, in the United Kingdom, answers in the affirmative.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Her snide answers to their belittling questions are smart and iconoclastic, setting the stage for the other characters in the movie who also think outside the box.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
George Russell of Great Britain and Mercedes answers questions in the TV media pen during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 6, 2025 in Monza, Italy.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
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, 4 Sep. 2025
That was something that speaks to their relationship, their devotion to each other, and also answers the question that an audience might ask.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
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.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for answers
Noun
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During the trial, after Cardi took the stand to deliver her testimony, several of her impassioned exchanges with the plaintiff's lawyer, Ron Rosen Janfaza, went viral due to her unfiltered, expletive-laced responses and animated expressions, including eye rolls and shrugs.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Essentially, soft and joyful music may reduce this effect by easing emotional tension, redirecting attention and calming physiological responses triggered by motion sickness.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Looking toward human use Although the study remains in its early stages, the results suggest a new approach for future therapies.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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French pharmaceutical group Sanofi dropped 10%, with JPMorgan analysts calling results from its latest dermatitis drug study weaker than expected.—
Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Hundreds of comments and thousands of reactions piled up on the post.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
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Kids of all ages are playing, some as young as 4, and their reactions can be intense.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The man replies with further context about her circumstances.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The discount corresponds with the company’s slower top-line growth, mixed brand reputation, a prior FY 2019 impairment that damaged investor confidence, and ongoing debt concerns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Each of the four houses at Hogwarts corresponds to a natural element — as do each of the twelve zodiac signs.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Natural gas fulfills much of this need, while coal is dirtier, expensive, and increasingly irrelevant for electricity production.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The community's willingness to proactively strengthen its economic foundations today will determine whether crypto fulfills its promise as robust, trusted global infrastructure, or succumbs when faced with inevitable systemic stress.—
Mark R. Weaver,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Formulate a strategy that solves a revenue problem.—
Meghan Keough,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Tune in for short episodes every Wednesday and Saturday as Grumpy answers reader questions, solves seasonal conundrums, and provides need-to-know advice for gardeners with his very Grumpy sense of humor.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The partnership reflects the growing momentum of hybrid solutions in advanced air mobility (AAM).—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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It is also located in a state that is facing a budget shortfall of $20 billion out of a total of just over $200 billion, with long-term fiscal problems and politics that stand in the way of solutions.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Answers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/answers. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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