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to answer back
[phrase form: answer]
01
to respond to a person in authority, such as a parent or teacher, in a manner that is impolite or disrespectful
Example
The student was reprimanded for answering back to the teacher when asked to do their homework.
It 's important for children to learn not to answer back to their parents when given instructions.
02
to respond to a question after some time of thinking or delay
Example
I need more time to think about your proposal; I 'll answer back tomorrow with my decision.
He did n't want to rush his response, so he decided to answer back to the job offer next week.
