react
verb (used without object)
to act in response to an agent or influence.
has reacted
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present perfectof react (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Larson, for his part, has reacted to his defeat with a gentlemanly call for all Democrats to come together to defeat Trump.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
European football's governing body Uefa has reacted furiously to proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
The world has reacted in horror to Rubio’s moves, as we might expect.
From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026
In the first hours after Iran’s withdrawal from the peace talks, Trump has reacted in two ways.
From Slate ● Jun. 1, 2026
If, after the bath and rub-down, your body has reacted and you feel vigorous and fresh, that bath has done you good.
From The Book of Life by Upton Sinclair
