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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a quick riposte" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a swift or clever reply, often in a conversation or debate.
Example: "During the heated discussion, she delivered a quick riposte that left everyone speechless."
Alternatives: "a swift comeback" or "a prompt reply".
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The comment prompted a quick riposte from Simon Cowell, the man behind the hit TV show (and producer of the spin-off musical).
It's possible that Anthony was one of these teenagers--too sensitive for insults to roll off his back, too awkward to come up with a quick riposte.
President Trump claimed Sunday that the race for Democratic National Committee chairman had been "rigged" -- drawing a quick riposte from Tom Perez, who narrowly won the party's leadership race.
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Mr. Wolfson followed up with a round of radio and television appearances, and he used his Twitter account to issue quick ripostes to critics.
There was no immediate pushback from the Chinese government on Wednesday, and the major Chinese newspapers and news agencies offered no quick ripostes.
The opposition spokesman must deliver a spontaneous riposte based on a quick reading of a newly published (and highly technical) document produced by his opponent.As it turned out, Alan Johnson did a manful job denouncing George Osborne's spending cuts as a threat to economic recovery and low-to-middle earners.
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A quick compliment.
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