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riposte

/ɹɪˈpəʊst/ /ɹɪˈpoʊst/

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noun

A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.

Examples :

"After blocking her brother's playful jab, she delivered a quick riposte to his stomach with a tickle. "

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noun

A counter-attack in any combat or any sport

Examples :

"After Mark's critical comment, Sarah's riposte was a witty joke that made everyone laugh. "

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noun

A quick and usually witty response to a taunt, a retort

Examples :

"After my brother teased me about my messy room, my riposte was that his car looked like a garbage truck. "

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noun

An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem

Examples :

"When the teacher asked who hadn't done their homework, Sarah's quick riposte was, "The dog ate it!" "

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verb

To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.

Examples :

"After blocking her brother's playful jab with a pillow, she riposted with a swift counter-attack, sending him tumbling off the couch. "

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verb

To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.

Examples :

"When her brother teased her about her messy room, she didn't get angry; instead, she riposted with a witty comment about his equally messy car. "

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