answerWe're still waiting for an answer.
reply"How far?" asked Nigel. "Not far," was the mumbled reply.
responseThank you for your swift response.
reactionWhat was her reaction when she was asked for her resignation?
retortAlan snapped back with a witty retort.
rejoinderformalHer former husband gave a tart rejoinder to a question on his divorce.
explanationShe did not offer a satisfactory explanation for her decision.
clarificationWe will request clarification as to what constitutes serious threats to health.