reply
verb (used without object)
to make answer in words or writing; answer; respond.
replied
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past participleof reply.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof reply.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
replyverb (used without object)to make answer in words or writing; answer; respond.
Example Sentences
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“I don’t want anything to do with that,” Roebuck replied.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
When asked why she felt now was the right time for her to conclude that chapter of her career, Sheindlin replied that there were a couple of factors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
Asked during a news conference what Lowe offered voters that Reform does not, Farage replied: “Elon Musk.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
Woods, 50, also held a clinic where he was asked by the master of ceremonies about his game and replied: "I can hit pretty much anything."
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
“You look pretty young yet,” Sarah replied, her voice flat as she turned his way.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
