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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 | ||||||||
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noun • a sharp blow verb • hit swiftly with a violent blow • to make an illegitimate call to the police so as to have a SWAT team dispatched to a location | ||||||||
Quick And Effective Reply Crossword Clue
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RIPOSTE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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RIPOSTE
Updated: October 13, 2023
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7 | With a quick and curt reply |
