write back

Example Sentences

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Wisely, Churchill did not write back, but he did return the check, uncashed, with his compliments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

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

And to those who are writing off his chances of doing it again, Smith isn’t about to write back.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 28, 2023

“But what should we do, Vernon? Should we write back? Tell them we don’t want —” Harry could see Uncle Vernon’s shiny black shoes pacing up and down the kitchen.

From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling