parried
Example Sentences
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Bobby Thomas: A tough night for the Coventry centre-back, but he did react well to clear when Rushworth parried a shot in the second half.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
He often appeared relaxed during the gubernatorial debates, at points even complimenting or joking with his rivals as they parried on stage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
When I asked Mr. Cornyn about it, he parried the question.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 27, 2026
Root parried a tough high edge at first slip off Potts when Weatherald had nine, then Ben Duckett shelled a more straightforward chance at mid-wicket off Carse when he had 14.
From BBC ● Jan. 5, 2026
The second man-at-arms lunged, Brienne parried, and their swords danced and clanged against each other.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
