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VocabJLPT N1

reaction

Noun

Definitions

1. reaction
2. recoil
3. Reactionary

This noun refers to a reaction or backlash — the force or effect that comes back in opposition to an action. It can describe a physical recoil, a social or political backlash, or even a psychological rebound after a period of strict behavior.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm done — the stress built up and now my stomach is paying for it.

Sentence 2

I knocked my elbow on the desk and the pen flew across the room!

Sentence 3

The rebound from our upfront investment put pressure on this quarter's profits.

Sentence 4

After working overtime every day, today my body just won't move.

Sentence 5

Isn't the recoil on that gun a bit much for a beginner?