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💬retort

verb
/rɪˈtɔːrt/
retiring retouch

Meaning

To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.

Example Sentences

He quickly retorted that he was not to blame.

Example Expressions

sharp retort

Synonyms

reply, respond, answer, counter

Antonyms

ask, question

Collocations

retort sharply, witty retort, retort angrily

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