response

US /rɪˈspɑːns/

UK /rɪˈspɑːns/

1.

a verbal or written answer

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I sent an email, but I haven't received a response yet.

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Her immediate response was a smile.

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answer reply reaction feedback

2.

a reaction to something

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The drug produced a positive response in patients.

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The emergency services had a rapid response to the accident.

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reaction reply feedback answer

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responsible responsibility responsive response time