retort

US /rɪˈtɔːrt/
UK /rɪˈtɔːrt/
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replica, risposta, battuta

a sharp, quick, and witty reply to a remark or accusation

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She delivered a scathing retort to his rude comment.
Ha lanciato una replica pungente al suo commento maleducato.
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His quick retort left everyone speechless.
La sua rapida replica lasciò tutti senza parole.
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replicare, rispondere, ribattere

to say something sharp, quick, and witty in reply

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"I'm not stupid!" he retorted angrily.
«Non sono stupido!» replicò con rabbia.
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She was quick to retort to his accusations.
Fu pronta a replicare alle sue accuse.
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