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to reply
01
to answer someone by writing or saying something
Transitive: to reply to a message or suggestion
02
to respond or react to a post, comment, or message, typically by providing a direct response or engaging in a conversation related to the original content
Transitive: to reply to a social media post or comment
Reply
01
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
02
the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange
03
a message, email, or communication that you have received, usually to provide an answer, acknowledge receipt, or continue a conversation
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Example
Please reply to the invitation as soon as possible.
She replied to her friend's message with a heartfelt thank-you note for the birthday gift.
I need to reply to the email from my boss.
I'm waiting for them to reply to my proposal.
He replied to my comment with a detailed explanation.
