Clever comeback Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, February 1, 2017 · 5-Down
Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between July 2008 and February 2017.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 1, 2017 · 5-Down · 7 letters
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What does this clue mean?
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"
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7 lettersUse ? for blanks. Example: C?S?O?
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