repartee

Example Sentences

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Hart keeps up a steady stream of anecdotes and witty repartee, but increasingly the mask slips; underneath it all is the yawning realization that he is utterly alone.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

He’s like a Bond villain without the witty repartee.

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2026

The power of human connection, from the camaraderie among amateur home bakers to the euphoria of sports fans supporting their team, is not just part of Schur and Danson’s repartee.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2024

The power couple’s flirty repartee — not to mention a style of cocktail glasses named after them — is as essential to the movie as the clues.

From New York Times • Apr. 15, 2024

“Me too. You wouldn’t believe the things I believe in,” I interject, sounding frantic, wanting to join in their repartee so I don’t stare at it.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson