in response to is not in our dictionary (yet). Here's what it could mean:
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The ECB lifted borrowing costs in June for the first time since 2023 in response to the jump in eurozone prices triggered by the conflict.
From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 2026
It has been two years since Ysa’s death, and Ferrante continues to get condolence messages in response to her request.
From Slate ● Jul. 19, 2026
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Possible Synonyms
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- as a reply to
- triggered by
- answering the call of
- on the heels of
- reacting to
Possible Antonyms
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- unilaterally
- unprompted by
- for no reason
- just because
- independently of
