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UK
/ɹɪpˈɒst/
]
[ US /ɹɪˈpoʊst/ ]
[ US /ɹɪˈpoʊst/ ]
VERB
- answer back
-
make a return thrust
his opponent riposted
NOUN
-
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher - (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge
How To Use riposte In A Sentence
- In 192 thrilling seconds, his side provided ample riposte to all of their scorn and suggestion. Times, Sunday Times
- It's tough at the top," he said. "It's tougher at the bottom," riposted the billionaire.
- We can also protect against hull breeches and heat,’ Dann ripostes.
- ‘You and a number of people tried to cash in on the thing and when you didn't get your way, you tried to make sure I didn't get it off the ground,’ the witness riposted.
- One-liners were bouncing around my head, ripostes to every single barb, especially those from the fat bloke.
- The notion that this race is losing its lustre brings an explosive riposte. Times, Sunday Times
- The riposte came on Wednesday from the head of the local carabinieri.
- If the government wants a quick riposte, it needs a sharp pick-up in investment. Times, Sunday Times
- The sexual chemistry between Wilks and Gray is palpable as they bounce ripostes off each other with wry wit and superb timing.
- ‘And you could try packing a bit lighter,’ he riposted, ‘You know you'll never wear all that, even if we're on Greenwood for a year.’
