write back

Example Sentences

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Ammel decided to write back: “Are you having an affair with my husband?” she texted from her spouse’s phone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

"I was a young boy who supported Everton so I used to write to him in jail, and then he'd write back," said Rooney.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Meanwhile, Luca continued to receive texts and photos of Rocco, and sheriff’s investigators have encouraged her to write back.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2024

She did not write back after I asked for confirmation that Thomas sought advice on July 10.

From Slate • Sep. 12, 2023

I decide to end there, mostly because I’m in a hurry to see if she’ll write back.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven