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Definition respond in British English

respond verb

verb
/rɪˈspɒnd/
1

to react to something by taking a particular course of action

Example

Colleges responded swiftly to the demand for new courses.

Example

The body often responds to stress by becoming ill.

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1.1

to react by doing what is needed, suitable, or right for a particular situation

Example

She hugged him, but he didn't respond.

Example

The government should listen to industry and respond to its needs.

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1.2

to react well to medical treatment

Example

The patient responded well to surgery.

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Example

'I'm telling you it's not true,' Martinez responded.

Example

They responded that they would like to see the items.

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Definition respond in British English