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“Please respond back.”

Adverbs, Common English Blunders, Self-negation

I frequently hear this.

Problem:
The adverb “back” in “respond back” is redundant.

Explanation:
The “re” in “respond” means back. Therefore, one could argue that a “response back” would never reach the intended recipient.

Solution:
“Please respond.”

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November 6, 2007December 18, 2007 Kirk

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