Fencing Counterattack 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
	35%	8		Counterattack
	noun • a retaliatory action against an enemy in wartime
	35%	7		Successfully counterattack
	noun • an instance of driving away or warding off verb • force or drive back • be repellent to; cause aversion in • cause to move back by force or influence

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The Guardian Quick02 Oct 2003	Across 18
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