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Retorts From Priest So Unusual Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is RIPOSTES which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: RIPOSTES

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199%8Exact Match!
231%4 Places for retorts
331%4Retorts are their fortes

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We think the answer is "RIPOSTES" 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

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