react
/riˈækt/
verb
- To behave or feel in a particular way as a result of something that happens.
- She didn't know how to react to the surprising news.
- He tends to react calmly even in stressful situations.
- The audience reacted with laughter during the comedy show.
- To change chemically when mixed with another substance.
- Iron reacts with oxygen to form rust.
- When vinegar and baking soda react, they produce bubbles.
- The two chemicals react violently if combined directly.
- To respond physically to a stimulus or substance, especially in a negative way.
- Some people react badly to bee stings.
- The patient reacted to the medication with dizziness.
- Her skin reacted to the new lotion with a rash.
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