to which he replies vs He replied

Both phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. 'To which he replies' is used to describe a sequence of events or actions, while 'he replied' is used to report a past action or response. The two phrases aren't directly comparable as they serve different purposes.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when describing a sequence of events or actions.

"to which he replies"

This phrase is used to introduce a response or action that follows a previous statement or situation. It is often used in formal or written contexts.

Examples:

The teacher asked a question, to which he replies with a confident smile.
She presented her findings, to which he replies with skepticism.
The company proposed a new strategy, to which he replies with enthusiasm.

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Last updated: November 02, 2024

Oct 20, 2024 ... James Gunn replies to a fan asking whether the Creature Commandos will be taking place between Peacemaker S1 and S2, to which he replies, "It is ...
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here it is.” But before we rejoice, the mother asks if he wants a book, to which he replies, “'Nope!' and amble[s] away.” In yet another turn, the speaker ...
Mar 28, 2017 ... TO WHICH he REPLIES “I asked and they said it's discontinued”. The “express lanes” – used for those who have 8 items or less or in most cases, ...
Jun 24, 2021 ... ... to which he replies “maybe.” The next day the army comes to conscript his son to service but cannot because his leg is broken. What good ...
Sep 22, 2020 ... Jokingly, I tell Doug, “you're turn” to which he replies, “I've got one on!” A double header before the sun is even fully up, It's going to ...
Oct 3, 2016 ... To which he replies, “Lousy.” And I'm thinking either the Miami Heat had lost or our downstairs neighbors started smoking weed again. But it ...

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to report a past action or response.

"He replied"

This phrase is used to indicate that someone responded or answered in the past. It is commonly used in spoken and written English.

Examples:

She asked him a question, and he replied immediately.
When confronted with the evidence, he replied that he had no knowledge of the situation.
The email was sent, and he replied within minutes.

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Last updated: November 02, 2024

Mar 11, 2016 ... I feel like I use he said and he replied too much. Example: "Just trust me," I said with a big smile. "Everything is going to be okay."
Aug 20, 2009 ... You can just about always use he said, even for replies. You should only consider he replied if the quoted material is in response to a question or a challenge.
Feb 27, 2024 ... "If you WILL thank me," he replied, "let it be for yourself alone. That the wish of giving happiness to you might add force to the other ...
Dec 15, 2021 ... I said hi to him and he replied with a hi and then doesn't reply. Why could that be? All related (47).
Nov 28, 2021 ... “I mean, what do I have?” he replied from his wheelchair. “If they would tell me to roll out now, they'd take this chair. I'd have to crawl ...
Jun 14, 2022 ... Decided to text my ex “how have you been?” He replied nicely and told me what he was doing at the moment, but didn't ask me back. I know I ...
May 3, 2024 ... 3412 likes, 43 comments - lisabevere on May 3, 2024: "When I asked, “God, are you there?” He replied, “I am.” “God, will you take care of ...
Feb 12, 2021 ... I told my ex I miss him and he replied “thank you”. Would he be feeling the same way?
Jan 21, 2013 ... Buddha was asked: “What have you gained from Meditation?” He replied: “Nothing.” “However”, Buddha said, “let me tell you what I lost ...

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