Answer back
Say and answer back are semantically related. in reply topic. In some cases you can use "Say" instead a verb "Answer back".
Say
Say verb - To express (a thought or emotion) in words.
Answer back and say are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Answer back" instead a verb "Say".
Nearby Word: saying
Both terms in one sentence
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Beware the Nice Ones: Deeds is one of the nicest people in the movie, but harm or say bad language in front of the ladies, or insult his upbrining and he'll answer back by kicking your ass.
Source: Film / Mr. Deeds
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