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They answer to no one

🇬🇧 UK //(ðeɪ) ˈɑːnsə tuː nəʊ wʌn// 🇺🇸 US //(ðeɪ) ˈænsər tuː noʊ wʌn//

Meaning of They answer to no one

They do not report to or take orders from anyone.

In simple words: They do not follow anyone's orders.

They answer to no one in a sentence

• The rebels operate in secret because they answer to no one.
• After leaving the corporate world, she finally felt like she could answer to no one.
• In this movement, the members answer to no one and act on their own beliefs.
• Some artists prefer to create their work and answer to no one but themselves.

How to use They answer to no one

Use in situations where independence or autonomy is emphasized. Can be formal or casual, depending on tone.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of people who are free like birds, not answering to anyone.

Related words

Collocations with They answer to no one

• answer to authority
• answer to someone
• truly answer to
• not answer to
• answer to demands

Synonyms for They answer to no one

• independent
• self-sufficient
• autonomous
• unanswerable
• free

Common mistakes with They answer to no one

• Confusing with 'answer for' which means being responsible for something.
• Using it to imply an obligation rather than independence.

Frequently asked questions about They answer to no one

What does They answer to no one mean?

They do not follow anyone's orders.

What is the definition of They answer to no one?

They do not report to or take orders from anyone.

How do you use They answer to no one in a sentence?

The rebels operate in secret because they answer to no one.

Can you give another example of They answer to no one?

After leaving the corporate world, she finally felt like she could answer to no one.

What are synonyms for They answer to no one?

Common alternatives include independent, self-sufficient, autonomous, unanswerable, free.

What words go with They answer to no one?

It commonly pairs with answer to authority, answer to someone, truly answer to, not answer to, answer to demands.

What are common mistakes when using They answer to no one?

Confusing with 'answer for' which means being responsible for something. Using it to imply an obligation rather than independence.

How do you pronounce They answer to no one?

US: //(ðeɪ) ˈænsər tuː noʊ wʌn//, UK: //(ðeɪ) ˈɑːnsə tuː nəʊ wʌn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use They answer to no one?

Use in situations where independence or autonomy is emphasized. Can be formal or casual, depending on tone.