Meaning of the word "in response to" in English

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in response to

US /ɪn rɪˈspɑːns tuː/
UK /ɪn rɪˈspɒns tuː/
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Phrase

as a reaction to something that has happened or been said

Example:
The company lowered its prices in response to the new competition.
He wrote a letter in response to the article.