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reciprocate

[ri-sip-ruh-keyt] / rɪˈsɪp rəˌkeɪt /


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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv had "repeatedly stated" it was ready for a ceasefire over Easter, and was willing to reciprocate.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

“Andrew” — from his latest solo album, “Honeymind” —delves into the experience of falling for a straight guy who can’t reciprocate.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

“Deeply appreciate and fully reciprocate President Trump’s sentiments and positive assessment of our ties,” Modi responded in a social-media post.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 15, 2025

Firstly on countries other than the UK, then on all countries including the UK and finally again on all countries including the UK but where those countries reciprocate with equivalent tariffs on US goods.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2025

Perhaps I was expected to laugh heartily; or indeed, reciprocate with some remark of my own.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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