make a retort
Frequency: 7.51.2 per million words
to give a retort
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Examples (10)
- He opened his mouth to make a sarcastic retort.
- She couldn't help but make a sharp retort to his rude comment.
- The politician quickly made a witty retort to the journalist's challenging question.
- Instead of arguing, he chose not to make any retort.
- If you want to make an effective retort, think before you speak.
- Her quick thinking allowed her to make a humorous retort.
- The speaker was prepared to make a fierce retort to any criticism.
- He was known for always making a clever retort in debates.
- Despite her anger, she refrained from making a harsh retort.
- The lawyer carefully formulated his argument, ready to make a decisive retort.