Sentence examples for fires back from inspiring English sources

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"fires back" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It usually refers to a quick and vehement response to criticism, accusation, challenge, or provocation. For example, "The senator fired back an impassioned reply to his opponent's accusation.”.

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A.M.?" she fires back.

The Guardian - Music

Maureen fires back, "Life is small".

The New Yorker

"Family is crucial", he fires back.

Independent

"Well, you tell me?" he fires back.

The Guardian - Sport

Justin fires back: "Maybe three".

The New York Times - Arts

"Who's Joe Grantnt fires back.

The New York Times - Books

"What kind of milk?" he fires back.

The Guardian

I did a billion," Mr. Eklund fires back.

The New York Times

Mr. Geithner fires back that Mr. Lacker has been misinformed.

The New York Times

"Deregulation within the economic system, austerity," the student fires back.

The Guardian

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She, too, fired back.

The New York Times

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