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to reply
01
to answer someone by writing or saying something
Transitive: to reply to a message or suggestion
Examples
I need to reply to the email from my boss.
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
Examples
He replied to the tweet, adding further information to the discussion thread.
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
