Synonyms

answer to

Idioms

Explain or justify something to someone, as in If Mary doesn't help us finish this project, she'll have to answer to the boss. This expression was at first used mainly for replying to legal charges. [c. a.d. 950]

Example Sentences

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The answer to “career funneling” isn’t fewer corporate or tech opportunities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Alan: The answer to Celtic's current problems is staring them right in the face.

From BBC

I had found the answer to all of my failed connections.

From Los Angeles Times

She added that "the same goes for the humanoid robot industry", in answer to a question about the bubble concerns.

From Barron's

“She has just stayed with me, and that is an answer to a daily prayer.”

From Los Angeles Times

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