Phrasal Verb 'Answer'
We have 3 phrasal verb definitions related to 'Answer'.
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Answer back
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Meaning: To reply rudely to someone in authority
Example: Her mother was shocked when she started ANSWERING her BACK and refusing to help.
Notes:
- Separable [obligatory]
- International English
- Separable [obligatory]
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Answer for
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Meaning: Be held responsible for a problem
Example: The government should be made to ANSWER FOR their failure to sort out the problem.
Notes:
- Inseparable
- International English
- Inseparable
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Answer for
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Meaning: Speak on behalf of someone or from knowing them
Example: I can ANSWER FOR my partner because I know her position on this issue.
Notes:
- Inseparable
- International English
- Inseparable
