Counter Thrust Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	noun • a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) • (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge verb • make a return thrust • answer back
	42%	9		Contained counter counter counter-tenor
	adjective • put in or stored in a barrel adjective satellite • (of an arrow) tapered toward both ends
	27%	10		Painter who was active during the Counter-Reformation and Counter-Maniera
	noun • Italian painter noted for his realistic depiction of religious subjects and his novel use of light (1571-1610)

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The Guardian Quick24 Dec 2005	Down 5
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4	Painter who was active during the Counter-Reformation and Counter-Maniera
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6	Silly dons spar about nothing — they're used to cut and thrust The Guardian Cryptic - 04 Dec 2013	The Guardian Cryptic / 04 Dec 2013
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