receive answer

Frequency: 7.010.2 per million words

To get a reply, often in a more formal context.

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Examples (10)

  • We are still waiting to receive an answer from the ministry regarding our proposal.
  • The lawyer was pleased to finally receive an answer to his urgent request for documents.
  • Applicants will receive an answer about their status within six to eight weeks.
  • If we do not receive a satisfactory answer by Friday, we will escalate the issue.
  • After weeks of silence, receiving an answer was a huge relief for the family.
  • When can we expect to receive an answer from the admissions office?
  • To date, we have yet to receive an answer concerning our formal complaint.
  • By the time the deadline passed, he had still not received an answer to his inquiry.
  • She sent a heartfelt letter and hoped to receive an answer soon.
  • The committee expects to receive clear answers to their questions during the hearing.