Meaning of the word "In reply to" in English

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In reply to

US /ɪn rɪˈplaɪ tuː/
UK /ɪn rɪˈplaɪ tuː/

Phrase

as a response to something that has been said or written

Example:
In reply to your email, I have attached the requested documents.
He just nodded in reply to her question.
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