respond flatly
Frequency: 6.00.5 per million words
to react to something that has been said or done in a direct and final way
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Examples (10)
- When asked about the allegations, he responded flatly that they were untrue.
- She responded flatly to his invitation, saying she wasn't interested.
- The CEO responded flatly to questions about layoffs.
- He responded flatly when confronted about his mistake.
- The witness responded flatly to the lawyer's aggressive questioning.
- She responded flatly that she would not change her decision.
- The politician responded flatly to criticism from the opposition.
- When pressed for details, he responded flatly that it was confidential.
- The manager responded flatly to employee complaints about overtime.
- She responded flatly to his apology, showing no emotion.