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Pat’s Word of the Day: Riposte

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In fencing, a riposte is a quick return move following what is called a “parry.” Photo courtesy of The Ara.

WRBH Volunteer and Resident Wordsmith Pat Ammon brings us a featured word of the day each Wednesday. Today’s word is…

Riposte
/rəˈpōst/
noun:

a retaliatory action maneuver or retort.

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