reciprocated

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Last week, lawmakers passed reforms to reopen Venezuela's nationalized hydrocarbons industry to private players, a move immediately reciprocated with a loosening of US sanctions.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

He capably conveys Doug’s quietly growing affection for Kayleen, but also his confusion and uncertainty about whether or when it might be reciprocated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

In his Instagram story, McCaffrey reciprocated the sentiment, posting a photo of himself holding his baby girl.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2025

The US president said he had reciprocated with an invite to the White House during the "very good talk" - though such a trip has not been confirmed by either side.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2025

Lots of us reach out to those different from ourselves, or to those more famous or successful than we are, but that gesture isn’t always reciprocated.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell