respond
verb (used without object)
to reply or answer in words.
will be responding
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future progressiveof respond.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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WSJ subscribers can submit their questions to our national-security reporter Shelby Holliday, who will be responding in real time at 2 p.m.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 2, 2026
“Our district will be responding throughout the summer to all requests for service regarding unmaintained pools in the Palisades fire area.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 25, 2025
"Cats and dogs, for example, are both mammals and the cues which are driving maternal behaviour are very similar. They will be responding to certain cues."
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2023
“We are focused on supporting all our associates with significant resources, including counseling. We are reviewing the Complaints and will be responding as appropriate with the court.”
From Washington Post ● Dec. 7, 2022
Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi told the AP, “We take strong issue with these categorically false claims and I will be responding in detail shortly.”
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 14, 2022
