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responds
  • present tense form of respond (3rd person singular).

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“But I do think once he’s out there playing catch and we see how his knee responds to the pressure, the torque will be some good information.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

Each of the film’s principal characters grapples with a sudden shift in their freedom and responds to it differently.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

"I find it flattering that someone of his stature has seen something in what I do as being interesting," Taylor responds.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

He responds to particular jabs delivered by Jon Stewart or Jimmy Kimmel.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

“I’ve got a bit of an issue,” the voice responds.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston