answers 1 of 2

noun

Definition of answersnext
plural of answer
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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3
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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answers

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verb

present tense third-person singular of answer
1
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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2
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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4
as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning try to answer this riddle

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  1. responses
  2. reactions
  3. corresponds
  4. fulfills
  5. solves
  6. solutions
  7. responds
  8. agrees
Noun
  • However, researchers should avoid relying solely on synthetic responses to reduce biased or misleading insights.
    Brad Anderson, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Synthetic data, or synthetic responses, in market research refers to artificially generated data that mimics real-world information, allowing researchers to create diverse and representative datasets without relying on actual survey responses.
    Brad Anderson, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of responses
Noun
  • Other Reddit users shared their thoughts and reactions to the discovery in the comments section.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
  • The cold turkey approach potentially leads to severe reactions in their body.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of reactions
Verb
  • That sweet spot in your coffee brewing process corresponds to the aforementioned laminar-turbulent transition in pipes.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
  • While Ingram Micro stock has slipped 12% since its October initial public offering price of $22 per share — Goldman was one of the three lead managers in the IPO — the bank’s $33 price target corresponds to potential upside of approximately 62%.
    Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of corresponds
Verb
  • Tax returns Let’s start with the tax return, a near-universal document that fulfills our annual duty to Uncle Sam.
    Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 25 Dec. 2024
  • The show is sponsored by Amazon and each episode fulfills the school's Amazon Wish List to support teachers and students.
    Daniela Avila, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of fulfills
Verb
  • Detroit’s players and coaches emphasized the chance for a reset going into the three-day holiday break this week, and maybe that solves a few issues.
    Max Bultman, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • But in reality these moments are when the brain consolidates memories, solves complex problems, and generates creative insights.
    Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of solves
Noun
  • Composable solutions powered by ephemeral, production-like environments are poised to do the trick.
    Steve Rodda, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • With millions uninsured and in poverty, nonprofits should prioritize self-funding, digital health solutions like telemedicine and community-focused services.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of solutions
Verb
  • The brain part of the mind and there is another part, a larger part, but this one responds to habits.
    Maelle Beauget-Uhl, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This is also called ping, which determines how fast the server responds to your inputs.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of responds
Verb
  • Eventually, the community agrees to establish a small reserve on the reef the team selected to protect habitat for fish to reproduce.
    Sira Thierij, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
  • The Recording Academy clearly agrees, as the song earned a Grammy nomination for Best Arrangement, Instruments, and Vocals—making Smith the third member of her family to receive a Grammy nomination.
    Tiana DeNicola, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
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