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respond sensibly

[/rɪˈspɒnd ˈsɛnsəbli/]
verb phrase
responder sensatamente
1. to reply or react to something in a reasonable, logical, and prudent manner
When faced with criticism, she chose to respond sensibly rather than emotionally.
Quando enfrentada com críticas, ela escolheu responder sensatamente em vez de emocionalmente.
2. to give a thoughtful answer that demonstrates good judgment and wisdom
The manager responded sensibly to the employee's concerns by scheduling a meeting.
O gerente respondeu sensatamente às preocupações do funcionário marcando uma reunião.
Synonyms
respond reasonablyreply judiciouslyanswer wiselyreact prudently
Antonyms
respond impulsivelyreact emotionallyanswer recklesslyreply irresponsibly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
responder sensatamente
most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
responder com bom senso
alternative phrasing emphasizing common sense
Portugal
responder sensatamente
consistent with European Portuguese standards

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep one's head
think before you speak
use your head
play it cool
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