Reaction & Response

used to tell someone to stop annoying one with their action or behavior

If you don't cut it out with those jokes, I'm leaving.

used to say that there is no need for one to say more or offer more details

The pen is mightier than the sword.Nuff said.

used to show strong disagreement

Me being disruptive in class?Perish the thought!

reacting quickly or immediately to an opportunity or situation

She was quick off the mark in identifying the emerging trend in the market, allowing her company to capitalize on it before competitors.

to stay calm regardless of the situation one is in or things that happened

I was expecting him to be horrified when he heard the cost but he didn't turn a hair.

to show no sign of worry or surprise when something unexpected occurs

In the face of the sudden fire alarm, she didn't bat an eye and calmly directed everyone to the nearest exit.

to respond to an offense with patience, forgiveness, and a peaceful attitude instead of retaliating or seeking revenge

Neither nation is renowned for turning the other cheek.

to refrain from becoming upset about or offended by something

She took her colleagues' teasing in good part and laughed with them.

to deny someone a definite answer to something or refuse to offer them help

I called the insurance company about this claim, but they kept giving me the runaround.

in a way that shows willingness to accept new ideas or welcome people

My brother's coming home soon, and I can't wait to greet him with open arms.

to begin talking about a subject that is not in any way related to the original topic that is being discussed

She went off on a tangent about what happened to her last summer.