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1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 41% | 10 | Fencing tactic of executing a quick upward thrust to catch the opponent off guard | |
3 | 41% | 8 | A technique used in fencing to execute a quick upward thrust | |
In Fencing A Quick Return Thrust Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "RIPOSTE" which means:
- 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
An example sentence would be:
- • "She delivered a swift riposte to his criticism."
- • "His clever ripostes left the audience in stitches."
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Similar Clues
Clue | Source | |
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1 | A technique used in fencing to execute a quick upward thrust | |
2 | A thrust with an épée, finger, foil etc; an attempt or try; an unpleasant pang; or, a single quick note or “hit” by a group of horns or a keyboard
Telegraph Giant General Knowledge -
18 Mar 2023 | Telegraph Giant General Knowledge / 18 Mar 2023 |
3 | Fencing tactic of executing a quick upward thrust to catch the opponent off guard | |
4 | Fencing thrust
New York Times -
22 Jan 2015 | New York Times / 22 Jan 2015 |
5 | Fencing thrust: Var.
New York Times -
24 Jun 2009 | New York Times / 24 Jun 2009 |
6 | Quick to return to sin
The Guardian Cryptic -
09 May 2005 | The Guardian Cryptic / 09 May 2005 |
7 | Sudden thrust in fencing
The Guardian Quick -
07 Jul 2009 | The Guardian Quick / 07 Jul 2009 |