answer affirmatively
Frequency: 6.02.5 per million words
To reply 'yes' or in a way that shows agreement.
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Examples (20)
- When asked if he was ready, he answered affirmatively.
- When asked if he was ready, he answered affirmatively.
- She simply nodded, answering affirmatively without saying a word.
- The witness was instructed to answer affirmatively only if she was absolutely certain.
- The witness was instructed to answer either negatively or affirmatively.
- I hope she will answer affirmatively to my proposal.
- We expect that most participants will answer affirmatively to the survey question.
- He has answered affirmatively to all our requests so far.
- So far, every member we've polled has answered affirmatively.
- She answered the question affirmatively with a brief nod.
- If you agree with the proposal, you should answer affirmatively during the vote.
- Answering affirmatively, the captain confirmed the mission was a go.
- The manager answered affirmatively, giving the green light for the project.
- If you answer affirmatively, we can proceed with the plan.
- Had she answered affirmatively, we would have proceeded with the merger.
- The committee is expected to answer affirmatively regarding the funding application.
- Please answer affirmatively by raising your hand if you consent to the terms.
- "Will you be attending?" she asked. He simply answered affirmatively.
- Despite his initial hesitation, he ultimately answered affirmatively when the final offer was made.
- All team members answered affirmatively when polled about the new software.