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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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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as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
try to answer this riddle
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Recent Examples of answers
Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
After five Italian divers died while exploring a deep underwater cave off the Maldives, families of the victims are demanding answers.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Of course, the urge to seek answers from forces beyond ourselves is hardly new.
—Ziv Epstein, Fortune, 16 May 2026
After a third X-ray in early October failed to provide answers once again, doctors finally ordered magnetic resonance imaging, an MRI.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
That’s all there is to it for today’s Quordle clues and answers.
—Kris Holt, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The more financially savvy questions yielded smarter answers.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 15 May 2026
But the Aces shot 63% from the floor and the Sparks had few answers.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Terdawn Deboe, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
This points to an alternative blueprint for the future of AI – one in which the technology doesn’t simply hand you answers but keeps you actively engaged in the process of finding them.
—Ziv Epstein, Fortune, 16 May 2026
Therefore, have content that directly answers real-world questions.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The danger is a cycle in which Beijing answers economic anxiety with industrial self-reliance and export pressure, while Washington answers worker anger with tariffs, investment screening, and market restriction.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2026
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, 14 May 2026
This points to an alternative blueprint for the future of AI – one in which the technology doesn’t simply hand you answers but keeps you actively engaged in the process of finding them.
—Vana Goblot, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
The inspector general answers to no commissioner, no agency head, no single executive.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 11 May 2026
In the project, German survivor Inge Auerbacher answers questions for a hologram interview that will outlive her.
—Toby Axelrod, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Noun
The other interviewees answers will be forthcoming in a future article.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
After five Italian divers died while exploring a deep underwater cave off the Maldives, families of the victims are demanding answers.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Of course, the urge to seek answers from forces beyond ourselves is hardly new.
—Ziv Epstein, Fortune, 16 May 2026
After a third X-ray in early October failed to provide answers once again, doctors finally ordered magnetic resonance imaging, an MRI.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
That’s all there is to it for today’s Quordle clues and answers.
—Kris Holt, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The more financially savvy questions yielded smarter answers.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 15 May 2026
But the Aces shot 63% from the floor and the Sparks had few answers.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Verb
Content that does not fail is content that answers a factual question in a unique manner to how all other websites answer it.
—Terdawn Deboe, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
This points to an alternative blueprint for the future of AI – one in which the technology doesn’t simply hand you answers but keeps you actively engaged in the process of finding them.
—Ziv Epstein, Fortune, 16 May 2026
Therefore, have content that directly answers real-world questions.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The danger is a cycle in which Beijing answers economic anxiety with industrial self-reliance and export pressure, while Washington answers worker anger with tariffs, investment screening, and market restriction.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2026
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, 14 May 2026
This points to an alternative blueprint for the future of AI – one in which the technology doesn’t simply hand you answers but keeps you actively engaged in the process of finding them.
—Vana Goblot, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
The inspector general answers to no commissioner, no agency head, no single executive.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 11 May 2026
In the project, German survivor Inge Auerbacher answers questions for a hologram interview that will outlive her.
—Toby Axelrod, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for answers
Noun
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The answers varied, but two had responses stemming from deeper places.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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The Associated Press reported earlier this year that balloons from Belarus had crossed into Polish airspace for a third consecutive night, with Polish forces describing the incidents as attempts to test air defense responses.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Important parts of a patient’s history can be too hastily discounted as red herrings; test results can come back that don’t easily fit with the story that has been told.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The league moved the draft to Chicago for two years, saw tremendous results and it's become a main attraction, especially for cities that wouldn't be in position for a Super Bowl.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
Noun
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While most jellyfish stings are not life-threatening, some people may have allergic reactions.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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The logo received mixed reactions.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Abbass plays a housewife named Aida who replies to a casting call for extras to make ends meet.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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But Eunice only replies that the chairwoman is excited to work with him and Ashley on the wellness center.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Is there a way of describing economic growth that doesn’t implicitly depend on some homogeneous, material substance that corresponds to measures like GDP?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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Every shot corresponds to an idea.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
Verb
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The mayor's moves to open city-run grocery stores fulfills a campaign promise.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Watching people be nice to each other brings the heart rate down and fulfills by proxy our need to shed the harshness of the day.—
Sarah Wang,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Follow the one that solves something real.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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The creature changes color and shape instantly, solves novel problems, and even regrows damaged limbs.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Noun
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By the end of the year, those small indoor air quality solutions can add up to a healthier home and healthier lungs for the entire family.—
Ryan Brennan
May 19,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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The airlines integrating these solutions range from ultra-low-cost carriers to legacy airlines, spanning regions from North America to the Middle East.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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