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Latest post Thu, May 21 2009 12:49 PM by MrPernickety. 1 replies.
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Dela  +  741109 Thu, 21 May 09 12:16 PM
He was able to defuse dissatisfaction because he didn't respond to professionals' criticisms in kind but instead gave a clear presentation of relevant data.

He rewards her for being open by responding in kind.

what's the exact meaning of "respond in kind" ?
Dela
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Many thanks for your help!
MrPernickety  +  741116 Thu, 21 May 09 12:49 PM
She was open with him about something and as a gesture of gratitude he was open with her in response (=he responded in kind)

More on "in kind" you can find here: http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/in_kind
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