Write back
verb
To respond to someone by writing a letter or email.
I sent a letter to my favorite author, and she wrote back!
Often appears as...
- write back soon
- can you write back?
verb
In computing, to save the changed data to its original location.
The system will automatically write back any changes made to the data.
Often appears as...
- write back cache
- write back changes
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To respond to someone by writing a letter or email.
I sent a letter to my favorite author, and she wrote back!
Often appears as...
- write back soon
- can you write back?
verb
In computing, to save the changed data to its original location.
The system will automatically write back any changes made to the data.
Often appears as...
- write back cache
- write back changes
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Expect Delay
Writing back can take time—don't expect an instant response.
I hope you write back, but I understand if it's not right away.
Pro Tip 2/3Personal Touch
Used in personal communication, 'write back' implies a friendly or warm response.
After we met, I wrote back to share my gratitude.
Pro Tip 3/3Anticipation
'Write back soon' can express eagerness or impatience for the reply.
It was great hearing from you! Please, write back soon.
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