Comebacks Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Friday, January 20, 2023 · 21-Across
Appeared in 4 New York Times Crosswords between January 2002 and January 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 20, 2023 · 21-Across · 8 letters
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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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- Appeared in 3 New York Times Crosswords between January 2002 and December 2022.RETORTS7 lettersanswer page
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