retort

Example Sentences

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Among the responses threaded below Wilson’s retort, one is an edit of promotional materials for a 2011 television adaptation of Moby-Dick.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

Do that and we won’t write a snarky retort but a glowing letter of support instead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

Having been criticized by Cronin for folding when things get tough, the Bruins offered a strong retort in the first half on the way to taking a 36-32 lead by the game’s midpoint.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025

Mamdani's retort is that he's more like a Scandinavian politician, only browner.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2025

I quickly put the box down next to him on the bench and displayed my retort.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan