as in response
action or behavior that is done in return to other action or behavior
we were startled by her extreme reaction to being jilted by her boyfriend
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Recent Examples of reaction
Photos of the rescue quickly spread online — with many people sharing reactions to the cub’s small size and appearance.
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Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Exhibitors already have seen the movie, and the reaction has been very positive on what has been a challenging production for the film produced by the Jackson estate.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, Lindsay Hubbard posted a selfie with Miller to her Instagram Stories, and a second still of herself from Summer House with a shocked reaction.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
Of course, anyone with sensitivities or allergies to either of the ingredients should avoid them to prevent potential adverse reactions.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 2 Apr. 2026
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Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Exhibitors already have seen the movie, and the reaction has been very positive on what has been a challenging production for the film produced by the Jackson estate.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, Lindsay Hubbard posted a selfie with Miller to her Instagram Stories, and a second still of herself from Summer House with a shocked reaction.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
Of course, anyone with sensitivities or allergies to either of the ingredients should avoid them to prevent potential adverse reactions.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaction
Noun
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In addition to having more time to craft thoughtful responses, this also gives you more time to, well, live your life!—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Philadelphia adjusted at the break, pushing fullbacks higher and flooding the midfield, and Charlotte had no response.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Taurus April 20 – May 20 Open answers ease the pressure around current conversations.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
5 Apr. 2026
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April 20 – May 20 Open answers ease the pressure around current conversations.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Reaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaction. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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